Central Idea

Central Idea

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English

6th - 8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the central idea of a text?

Back

The central idea is what the story is mostly about.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What supporting detail would go with the main idea 'Frogs are amazing jumpers'?

Back

Frogs have long, powerful legs which help them leap long distances.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If the main idea is 'There are many different colors in a crayon box', what is a supporting detail?

Back

The crayon box has 24 colors in it.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the central idea of the passage about apples?

Back

There are many ways to eat an apple.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to 'cite' in a text?

Back

To reference something as authority or proof.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a supporting detail?

Back

A supporting detail is a fact or example that helps explain or support the main idea.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

Back

Look for the sentence that summarizes the overall point or message.

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