3rd - Central Idea

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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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What does a supporting detail do?

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A supporting detail explains or provides evidence for the central idea.

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What is an example of a central idea?

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The central idea of a book titled 'Eat Your Fruits and Vegetables' is that it's important to eat vegetables and fruit.

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What is a detail in a paragraph?

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A detail is a piece of information that helps to explain or support the central idea.

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What does it mean to support something?

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To support means to hold up and help.

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What is a conclusion in a text?

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A conclusion summarizes the main points and often restates the central idea.

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How can you find the central idea in a text?

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Look for the main point in the introduction and conclusion, and see what details support it.

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What is the purpose of a title?

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A title gives a hint about the central idea or topic of the text.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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An example of a supporting detail is a fact or statistic that explains why the central idea is important.

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What is the difference between a central idea and a supporting detail?

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The central idea is the main message, while supporting details provide evidence or examples for that message.