Central Idea
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the central idea of a text?
Back
The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.
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CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to inform in writing?
Back
To inform means to provide information or facts about a topic without trying to persuade or entertain.
Tags
CCSS.RI.6.6
CCSS.RI.6.9
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of compare and contrast writing?
Back
The purpose is to highlight the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a topic in a text?
Back
A topic is the general subject or theme that the text discusses.
Tags
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean if an author favors a certain viewpoint?
Back
It means the author supports or believes in that viewpoint.
Tags
CCSS.RI.6.6
CCSS.RI.6.9
CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between opinion and fact?
Back
An opinion is a personal belief or judgment, while a fact is a statement that can be proven true or false.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of an author in a text?
Back
The author is the person who writes the text and conveys ideas, information, or stories.
Tags
CCSS.RI.6.6
CCSS.RI.6.9
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RL.6.6
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