Identifying Themes and Central Idea

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What are the two types of Central Ideas?

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Stated and Implied

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What does Julia's report card situation illustrate?

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Central Idea

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What is the moral or lesson of a story called?

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Theme

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What does the author provide when stating the main idea in a sentence?

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Stated Central Idea

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What tells the main point of the story utilizing supportive details?

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Central Idea

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What is the difference between a stated and an implied central idea?

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A stated central idea is directly expressed in the text, while an implied central idea is suggested and requires inference.

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How can you identify the theme of a story?

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By analyzing the characters' actions, the plot, and the moral lessons.

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What is an example of a theme in literature?

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The struggle between good and evil.

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What is the purpose of a central idea in a text?

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To convey the main point or message the author wants to communicate.

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How do supporting details relate to the central idea?

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They provide evidence and examples that reinforce the central idea.