Central Idea

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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 convey in a text.

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CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

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How do you identify the topic sentence in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the main idea or introduces the topic of the paragraph.

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CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or support the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

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Why is the central idea important?

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The central idea helps readers understand the main message of the text.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a text?

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The conclusion wraps up the main ideas and gives a final thought or summary.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is something that can be proven true, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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How can you tell if a detail supports the central idea?

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A detail supports the central idea if it provides evidence or examples that relate directly to the main point.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

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What is the role of examples in a text?

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Examples help clarify and illustrate the main ideas or concepts being discussed.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1