8th grade FSA ELA Reading Practice Test

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

A central idea can be developed through examples, details, themes, and responses to concerns.

A theme is a central topic, subject, or message within a narrative.

A theme can be identified by analyzing characters' actions, conflicts, and the overall message of the text.

CFLs, or Compact Fluorescent Lamps, are energy-saving light bulbs that use less electricity than traditional incandescent bulbs.

CFLs are more energy-efficient, have a longer lifespan, and can save money on electricity bills.

To compare means to identify similarities, while to contrast means to identify differences between two or more subjects.

A diagram visually represents information to help clarify and explain concepts or data.

Quotations can illustrate characters' thoughts and actions that reflect the underlying message of the text.

Context provides background information that helps readers understand the setting, characters, and events in a text.