Central Idea and Supporting Details

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What are supporting details?

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Words, phrases, or sentences that tell more about the central idea.

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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 convey.

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What is the best question to ask when identifying the central idea?

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What point is the author trying to make?

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What role do supporting details play in a text?

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They provide evidence and elaboration to help explain or clarify the central idea.

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How can you identify supporting details in a passage?

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Look for facts, examples, or descriptions that relate to the central idea.

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What is an example of a central idea?

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The rain forest is home to many creatures.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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They teach the tiny gorillas how to get along with other gorillas.

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Why are supporting details important?

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They help readers understand and remember the central idea.

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What is the difference between a central idea and supporting details?

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The central idea is the main point, while supporting details provide additional information about that point.

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Can a text have more than one central idea?

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Yes, some texts can have multiple central ideas, especially if they cover different topics.