Central Idea

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The central idea is what the text is mostly about.

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How do details support the central idea?

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Details provide evidence and examples that explain or illustrate the central idea.

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True or False: Informational texts tell a story.

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False

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What is an example of a detail that supports a central idea?

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A fact, statistic, or example that relates to the main point of the text.

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What is the purpose of a concluding sentence?

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To summarize the main idea and provide closure to a paragraph.

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What is a chicken cannon used for?

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To test the strength of glass windshields by firing rubber chickens at them.

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Why can birds be dangerous to airplanes?

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Birds can collide with airplanes, potentially causing damage to the aircraft.

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What subjects did knights study during their training?

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Knights studied music, poetry, reading, writing, geometry, strategy games, and combat skills.

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What does it mean to have a well-rounded education?

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It means to have knowledge and skills in a variety of subjects.

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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 details are specific pieces of information that support that main point.