Central Idea

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What is the Central Idea of a nonfiction text?

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The Central Idea is what the text is MOSTLY about.

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What do taste buds do?

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Taste buds allow us to taste different flavors and are found on the tongue, roof of the mouth, and back of the throat.

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What must support the Central Idea in a nonfiction text?

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The Central Idea must be supported by supporting details.

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What genre does informational text belong to?

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Informational text is a type of Non-Fiction.

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What is the definition of Supporting Details?

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Supporting Details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or support the Central Idea.

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How many taste buds do we have on our tongue?

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We have approximately 9,000 taste buds on our tongue.

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What is the difference between Fiction and Non-Fiction?

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Fiction is a narrative that is created from the imagination, while Non-Fiction is based on real events and facts.

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What is an Objective Summary?

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An Objective Summary is a brief statement that presents the main points of a text without personal opinions.

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What is the purpose of the Central Idea in a text?

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The purpose of the Central Idea is to convey the main message or point that the author wants to communicate.

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What is an example of a Central Idea?

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An example of a Central Idea could be 'Friendship is important for happiness' in a text about relationships.