Central Idea

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What is the best question to ask yourself when you are trying to find the main idea?

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What point about the topic is the author trying to make?

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What does 'paraphrase' mean?

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To rewrite a text in your own words.

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What is an objective summary?

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An objective summary is a summary with no opinions.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are facts, quotes, paraphrases that back up the central idea.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a guess based upon background knowledge and experience.

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey.

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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence or the sentence that summarizes the main point.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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Why is it important to identify the main idea?

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Identifying the main idea helps you understand the text better and remember key information.

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What are examples of supporting details?

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Examples of supporting details include statistics, quotes from experts, and specific examples.