Identifying Themes and Central Idea

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What is the moral or lesson of a story?

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Theme

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What does Julia's report card reflect when she hides it from her parents?

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Central Idea

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What does the author say in a sentence that represents the main idea in the text?

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Stated

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What is the text mostly about?

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Central Idea, Main Idea

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What does the phrase 'hard work pays off' exemplify?

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Theme

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What is the difference between a theme and a central idea?

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Theme is a moral lesson, while central idea is the main point of the text.

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How can you identify the theme of a story?

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Look for recurring ideas, character actions, and the resolution.

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What is a central idea in a text?

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The main point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What is an example of a theme in literature?

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Friendship, love, betrayal, or perseverance.

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What is the significance of supporting details in understanding the central idea?

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They provide evidence and context to reinforce the main point.