Central Idea

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What is the CENTRAL IDEA of a nonfiction text?

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The CENTRAL IDEA is what the text is MOSTLY about.

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What do supporting details do in a nonfiction text?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples that back up the central idea.

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What is an informational text?

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An informational text provides the reader with facts.

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How can you identify the central idea of a text?

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The central idea can be identified by determining what the text is mostly about.

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What is the purpose of supporting details?

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Supporting details help to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for the central idea.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that gives the main points of a text.

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Why are school uniforms considered a good idea according to some texts?

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School uniforms can reduce the pressure to keep up with fashion trends and allow students to focus more on their studies.

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

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The central idea is the main point of the text, while a detail is a specific piece of information that supports the central idea.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To analyze a text means to examine it closely to understand its meaning, structure, and the author's purpose.

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What role does the reader's opinion play in understanding a text?

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The reader's opinion can provide personal insight but should not replace the central idea supported by the text.