Central Ideas

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What information can the first and last sentences in a text provide?

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They sometimes give us the central idea, but not always.

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What does the central idea of a nonfiction text need to be supported with?

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Supporting details.

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What is a key question to ask when identifying the central idea of a text?

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What point is the author trying to make?

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Why are illustrations important in a text?

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They can offer clues to the central idea.

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What is the central idea of a nonfiction text?

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What the text is mostly about.

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How can you determine the central idea of a text?

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By summarizing the main points and looking for supporting details.

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What role do supporting details play in understanding a text?

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They provide evidence and examples that clarify and reinforce the central idea.

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What is the difference between the central idea and the main topic of a text?

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The central idea is the author's main point, while the main topic is the subject being discussed.

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How can context clues help in identifying the central idea?

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Context clues can provide hints about the main point and supporting details.

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What is a common misconception about the central idea?

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That it is always found in the first sentence of a text.