Central Idea Practice

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What is the central idea of a nonfiction text?

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The central idea of a nonfiction text is what the text is mostly about.

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What are supporting details in a text?

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Supporting details are pieces of information that help explain, clarify, or provide evidence for the central idea.

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

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Identifying the central idea shows that you understand the text.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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An example of a supporting detail is 'Robot sumo uses robots instead of humans.'

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What does it mean if a detail doesn't fit the main idea?

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It means that the detail does not support or relate to the central theme of the text.

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How can you determine if a detail is a supporting detail?

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A detail is a supporting detail if it provides evidence or examples that reinforce the central idea.

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What is the relationship between the central idea and supporting details?

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The central idea is the main point of the text, while supporting details provide the evidence or information that backs up that main point.

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What should you look for when identifying the central idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the main point or theme of the paragraph.

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Can a text have more than one central idea?

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Typically, a text has one main central idea, but it can have multiple supporting ideas or themes.

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What is the purpose of supporting details in a nonfiction text?

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The purpose of supporting details is to provide clarity, evidence, and depth to the central idea.