Central Idea Flashcard ELA 8
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English
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the central idea in a text?
Back
The main point or theme of the text.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is it important to identify central ideas in a text?
Back
To understand the main message or theme of the text.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can central ideas be different from supporting details?
Back
Central ideas are the main points or themes of a text, while supporting details provide evidence or examples to support those central ideas.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.1
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the best strategies to identify central ideas in a text?
Back
Analyzing the title and headings, looking for repeated words or phrases, identifying the main arguments or claims, and summarizing the main points.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a main idea and a central idea?
Back
The main idea refers to the overall message or theme of a text, while the central idea refers to the main point or focus of a specific paragraph or section within the text.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a theme in literature?
Back
A theme is the underlying message or the big idea of a story, often reflecting on human nature or society.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of supporting details in a text?
Back
Supporting details provide evidence, examples, or explanations that reinforce the central idea.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.1
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