Flashcard - Central Idea

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What is the central idea of a passage?

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The main point the author is trying to make in a passage; what a passage is mostly about.

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What is an explicit central idea?

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A central idea that is clearly stated in a passage.

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What is an implied central idea?

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A central idea that must be determined using only the supporting details the author provides.

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True or False: The central idea is always stated in a passage.

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False

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What is a pop-out sentence?

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A sentence that clearly expresses the central idea of a passage.

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Give an example of a pop-out sentence.

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"Dolphins are mammals that live in the ocean."

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

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The main idea is the overall topic, while the central idea is the specific point the author is making about that topic.

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

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Supporting details provide evidence and context that help clarify and explain the central idea.

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What is the purpose of identifying the central idea in a text?

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To understand the main message or argument the author is conveying.

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What is a summary?

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A brief statement that captures the main points of a passage, including the central idea.