Central Ideas

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Why are repeated words in a text important?

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They may be a clue of what the central idea is.

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What is the central idea of a passage?

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It is what the text is mostly about.

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What is the best question to ask when trying to find the central idea of a text?

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What point is the author trying to make?

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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 represent?

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It represents what the text is mostly about.

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How can understanding the central idea help in reading comprehension?

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It helps to grasp the main point and purpose of the text.

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What role do supporting details play in understanding the central idea?

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They provide evidence and context that clarify and support the central idea.

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What is a common misconception about the central idea?

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That it is always stated explicitly in the text.

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How can context clues assist in identifying the central idea?

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They can provide hints about the main point the author is making.

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What is the difference between the main idea and the central idea?

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They are often used interchangeably, but the main idea can refer to a specific point, while the central idea encompasses the overall theme.