Central Idea

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What is the Central Idea?

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The Central Idea is what the story is mostly about.

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What is the Central Idea of a passage about coral reefs?

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Different Sea life in the coral reefs.

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What is the Central Idea of a passage about visiting grandparents?

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Going to grandma and grandpa's house will be fun.

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What is the Central Idea of a passage about apples?

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There are many ways to eat an apple.

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What supports the Central Idea in a story?

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Details throughout the story.

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What is a key characteristic of a Central Idea?

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It summarizes the main point of a text.

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How can you identify the Central Idea in a passage?

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Look for repeated themes or main points in the text.

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What is an example of a Central Idea in a story about friendship?

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True friends support each other through tough times.

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What is the difference between Central Idea and Theme?

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The Central Idea is specific to the text, while the Theme is a broader message.

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Why is understanding the Central Idea important?

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It helps readers grasp the main message and purpose of the text.