Central Idea Practice

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What is the central idea of a passage?

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The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

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What are taste buds?

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Taste buds are sensory organs on the tongue that allow us to taste different flavors.

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How many taste buds do humans have?

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Humans have approximately 9,000 taste buds on the tongue.

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What is the purpose of supporting details in a text?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples that reinforce the central idea.

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What is MTV?

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MTV, or Music Television, is a television channel that showcases music videos and other programming.

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What does it mean for a text to be nonfiction?

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Nonfiction texts are based on real events, people, and facts, rather than fictional stories.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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An example of a supporting detail is a statistic or fact that backs up the central idea.

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What is the significance of Shakespeare's works?

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Shakespeare's works are significant because they have influenced literature and theater for centuries.

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What subjects did knights study during their training?

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Knights studied subjects like reading, writing, geometry, music, and strategy games.

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What is the main idea of a passage about knights?

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The main idea is that knights received a well-rounded education during their training.