Central idea
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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 literary or informational text.
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CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What types of texts can contain a central idea?
Back
Both literary texts (like stories and poems) and informational texts (like articles and essays) can contain a central idea.
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CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a supporting detail?
Back
A supporting detail is a piece of information that helps to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for the central idea.
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CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.7.2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Where can you find supporting details in a text?
Back
Supporting details can be found in facts, statistics, examples, and comparisons within the text.
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CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.6.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.7.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why are supporting details important?
Back
Supporting details are important because they provide evidence and context that strengthen the central idea.
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CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.1
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a literary text and an informational text?
Back
A literary text is primarily meant to entertain or tell a story, while an informational text is meant to inform or educate the reader about a specific topic.
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CCSS.RI.5.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify the central idea in a text?
Back
To identify the central idea, look for repeated themes, the main topic discussed, and the author's purpose.
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CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
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