Central Idea

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The central idea is what the passage is mostly about.

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True or False: The central idea is directly tied to the author's main point or argument.

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True

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What does the central idea help the reader understand?

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It helps the reader understand the main focus or message of the text.

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What is an example of a central idea?

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The rain forest is home to many creatures.

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What is NOT a central idea?

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A detail from the text.

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What is the purpose of identifying the central idea?

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To grasp the main message and purpose of the text.

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How can you find the central idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the main point that the author is trying to convey.

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What is a common misconception about the central idea?

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That it is the first sentence of a paragraph.

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What is the relationship between details and the central idea?

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Details support and explain the central idea.

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What is a key question to ask when determining the central idea?

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What is the author trying to tell me?