Central Idea Flashcard

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What is the central idea of a text?

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Main point or theme

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Why is it important to identify the central idea of a text?

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To understand the main point or message of the text.

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What are supporting details in a text?

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Specific pieces of information that provide evidence or examples to support the main idea or thesis statement.

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How do supporting details help in understanding the central idea?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples that support the central idea.

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What is the author's purpose in writing a text?

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The author's purpose in writing a text is to convey information, entertain, persuade, or express their thoughts and ideas.

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How can you determine the author's purpose in a text?

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Analyze the tone, language, content, and context of the text.

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What is textual evidence?

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Specific details or quotes from a text that support or prove a claim or argument.

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Why is textual evidence important in analyzing a text?

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Textual evidence is important in analyzing a text because it provides support for the interpretation or analysis of the text.

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How can you find textual evidence in a text?

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Look for direct quotes or paraphrases from the text that support a specific claim or idea.

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Why is it necessary to use textual evidence to support your ideas?

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Textual evidence provides credibility and support to ideas.