Central idea and theme

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What is a central idea?

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The central idea is the main point or message that an author wants to communicate in a text.

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What is a theme?

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A theme is a deeper message or lesson that can be learned from a story or text.

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What is a jingle dress?

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A jingle dress is a traditional garment worn by Ojibwa women and girls, often at powwows, that has small metal cones that make a jingling sound when dancing.

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What is a powwow?

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A powwow is a social gathering of Native American people where they come together to dance, sing, and celebrate their culture.

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What does it mean to cure someone?

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To cure someone means to heal them or make them better from an illness or injury.

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What is the Grand Canyon?

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The Grand Canyon is a large canyon located in Arizona, known for its stunning views and geological significance.

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What is the Waimea Canyon?

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The Waimea Canyon is known as the Grand Canyon of Hawaii, famous for its beautiful landscapes.

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What is the Painted Canyon?

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The Painted Canyon is a canyon in North Dakota that is referred to as the Grand Canyon of that state.

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What is the Monterey Bay Canyon?

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The Monterey Bay Canyon is an underwater canyon off the coast of California, also known as a grand canyon.

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What is money?

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Money is a medium of exchange that people use to buy goods and services.