Central Idea

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What are taste buds?

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Taste buds are sensory organs on the tongue and other areas that allow us to taste different flavors.

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Where are taste buds located?

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Taste buds are located on the tongue, the roof of the mouth, and the back of the throat.

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What is origami?

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Origami is the Japanese art of folding paper to create three-dimensional shapes and figures.

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CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

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What does it mean when something is misunderstood?

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To be misunderstood means that someone has a false or incorrect perception of something or someone.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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What is a topic in a text?

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A topic is the general subject or theme that the text discusses.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What is the purpose of the central idea in a passage?

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The central idea helps readers understand the main message or argument of the passage.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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How can Hollywood movies influence perceptions of animals?

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Hollywood movies can create stereotypes or misconceptions about animals, such as portraying gorillas as aggressive.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

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What does it mean for laws to be unfair?

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Unfair laws are those that do not provide equal treatment or justice to individuals.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

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What is an example of a central idea in a passage about the Middle Ages?

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An example of a central idea is that laws were unfair in the Middle Ages.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2