Central Idea and Supporting Details

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What is a central idea?

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The central idea is the main point or message of a text that summarizes the key information.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the central idea.

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How can you identify the central idea in a text?

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Look for a sentence that summarizes the main point and is supported by other sentences.

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What is the purpose of a title in a passage?

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The title gives a brief idea of the main topic or central idea of the passage.

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

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The central idea is the main point, while supporting details provide evidence or examples that explain or elaborate on that point.

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Why is it important to understand the central idea of a text?

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Understanding the central idea helps readers grasp the main message and retain important information.

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What is an example of a central idea?

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"There are three types of bees in a hive, and each has an important job to do."

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What is an example of supporting details?

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"Worker bees tend the hive and collect pollen." and "One queen fills the hive with eggs."

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How does a census help communities?

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A census provides important data about the population, which helps in planning resources like schools and roads.

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What is the main idea of a passage about Mercury?

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The main idea is that Mercury is the closest planet to the sun and has extreme temperatures.