Central Idea

Front

What is the main purpose of identifying the central idea in a text?

Back

To understand the main point of the passage.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

In a well-written paragraph, where is the central idea often found?

Back

In the first or last sentence.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

How is the central idea different from supporting details?

Back

Supporting details explain or prove the central idea.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

How can you identify the central idea in a text?

Back

Analyze the main arguments, supporting details, and overall message of the text.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What are supporting details for the central idea?

Back

Specific pieces of information that support or explain the central idea of a text.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is a central idea?

Back

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

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

Why are supporting details important?

Back

They provide evidence and examples that help clarify and strengthen the central idea.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

Front

What is an example of a supporting detail?

Back

A fact, statistic, or anecdote that illustrates the central idea.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

Front

Can a text have more than one central idea?

Back

No, a text typically has one main central idea, but it can have multiple supporting details.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the relationship between the central idea and the theme?

Back

The central idea is the main point of a specific text, while the theme is a broader message that can apply to multiple texts.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2