Central Idea
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5th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the central idea of a text?
Back
The central idea is what the text is mostly about.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to identify the central idea?
Back
Identifying the central idea shows that you comprehend the text.
Tags
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you support the central idea in a text?
Back
The central idea is supported by details.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a common misconception about gorillas?
Back
Many people think gorillas are mean, but they are actually shy.
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.5
CCSS.RI.4.5
CCSS.RI.5.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role do details play in understanding a text?
Back
Details help to explain and support the central idea.
Tags
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.5.2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a central idea and a detail?
Back
The central idea is the main point, while details are specific pieces of information that support it.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.4.1
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.5.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why might students prefer school uniforms?
Back
Students might prefer school uniforms because they are cheaper and reduce the pressure to keep up with fashion.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.8
CCSS.RI.6.1
CCSS.RI.6.8
CCSS.RL.4.5
CCSS.RL.6.1
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