Main Idea Quick Check- RI 3.2

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What does the word 'construct' mean?

Back

To build something.

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What does the word 'analyze' mean?

Back

To examine something carefully.

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What does the word 'observe' mean?

Back

To watch something carefully.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

Back

The most important point or message the paragraph conveys.

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What is a supporting detail?

Back

A piece of information that helps explain or support the main idea.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

Back

To give a brief statement of the main points.

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What is a topic sentence?

Back

A sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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What does it mean to infer?

Back

To make a guess based on evidence and reasoning.

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What is a conclusion in a text?

Back

The final part that summarizes the main ideas or findings.

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What is a fact?

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A statement that can be proven true or false.