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What is the main idea of a text?

Back

The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What are supporting details?

Back

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

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

How can repetition of ideas help identify the main idea?

Back

Repetition of ideas emphasizes important points and can guide readers to understand the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What is a goal in the context of personal aspirations?

Back

A goal is a desired outcome or achievement that a person aims to reach.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does it mean to summarize a text?

Back

To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

Back

A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Front

Why is it important to identify the main idea in a passage?

Back

Identifying the main idea helps readers understand the overall message and purpose of the text.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What role do examples play in supporting the main idea?

Back

Examples provide specific instances that illustrate and clarify the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What is an inference?

Back

An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

How can the title of a text help in understanding the main idea?

Back

The title often gives clues about the content and main idea of the text.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2