EL 4 Central Idea

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What do you include in an objective summary?

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The central idea/main idea and supporting details.

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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 does 'text structure' mean?

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The text structure is the organizational pattern of an article: compare/contrast, problem/solution, cause/effect.

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What does 'conveys' mean?

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To show or express something.

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What does 'objective' mean?

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Something is focused on facts; unbiased without opinions.

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The main point or message that the author wants to communicate.

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What are supporting details?

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Facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or support the central idea.

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How can you identify the central idea in a text?

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Look for repeated themes, topic sentences, and the conclusion.

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What is the difference between subjective and objective writing?

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Subjective writing includes personal opinions, while objective writing is based on facts.

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What is a summary?

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A brief statement that presents the main points of a text.