3rd - Central Idea

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What is a central idea?

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The main point or message that an author wants to convey in a text.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Information that explains or adds to the central idea.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To give a brief statement of the main points of the text.

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What is the purpose of a title?

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To give the reader an idea of what the text is about.

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What is an example of a central idea in a story about animals?

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Animals play an important role in our ecosystem.

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How can you identify the central idea of a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that expresses the main point, often found at the beginning or end.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief.

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Why are examples important in a text?

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They help to clarify and support the central idea.

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What is the role of the introduction in a text?

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To introduce the topic and provide background information.

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What does it mean to infer information from a text?

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To make a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning from the text.