Central Idea Flashcard Wilson ELA

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What is the central idea in a text?

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The main point or theme of the text.

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Why is it important to identify central ideas in a text?

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To understand the main message or theme of the text.

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How can central ideas be different from supporting details?

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Central ideas are the main points or themes of a text, while supporting details provide evidence or examples to support those central ideas.

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What are the best strategies to identify central ideas in a text?

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Analyzing the title and headings, looking for repeated words or phrases, identifying the main arguments or claims, and summarizing the main points.

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What are some common characteristics of central ideas?

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It is the main point of the text and supported by evidence, relevant to the theme.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The underlying message or main idea that the author wants to convey.

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What role do supporting details play in a text?

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They provide evidence or examples that reinforce the central idea.

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How can repeated phrases help in identifying the central idea?

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Repeated phrases often highlight the main focus or theme of the text.

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What is the difference between the author's purpose and the central idea?

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The author's purpose is the reason for writing, while the central idea is the main point conveyed in the text.

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Why is summarizing important when identifying central ideas?

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Summarizing helps distill the main points and clarify the central idea.