Central Idea

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What is the central idea of a passage?

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

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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What does it mean to identify the author's viewpoint?

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Identifying the author's viewpoint means understanding the author's opinion or perspective on a topic.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the central idea.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

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How can you determine the central idea of a passage?

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To determine the central idea, look for repeated themes, key points, and the overall message the author conveys.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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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 or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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What is the purpose of using examples in a text?

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Examples are used to clarify, illustrate, or support the main idea or argument presented in the text.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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What does it mean if an author has a positive viewpoint?

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A positive viewpoint means the author expresses a favorable opinion or attitude towards the subject.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

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What is the significance of context in understanding a passage?

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Context provides background information that helps readers understand the circumstances surrounding the text.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that captures the main points of a text without going into detail.

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What role does the title of a passage play?

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The title often gives insight into the main topic or theme of the passage.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5