Central Idea Quiz

The central idea defines what the text it ____ about

• Somewhat

• Sometimes

• Mostly

• Never

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Where can you look to help determine the central idea?

• Title

• Opening Sentence

• Ending Sentence

• Middle Sentence

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Please illustrate the main idea: The girl enjoys going surfing every morning.

What are two supporting details to support the previously illustrated main idea below:

The girl enjoys going surfing every morning.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Please select the main idea of the following passage:

James is enjoying his summer break off from college. So far he has participated in many fun activities with his family. Including visiting the beach, new cities, and traying new restaurants. During the semester he rarely has time to do the things he enjoy most or visit family. James is excited to continue the summer fun before school starts.

• James is enjoying a Summer Break

• James likes doing activities

• The Summer is too hot

• James is excited to go back to school

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What are the two steps we need to crack the central idea?

• Identify the main subject

• Identify what the author is trying to tell us

• Read the text 3 times

• Skip to the end of the text

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What should you consider when determining the central idea?

• What is the author trying to tell me?

• What is my favorite part?

• Do I like this content?

• What is the ending of the story about?

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which supporting detail(s) match the central idea below:

The young woman is very excited to graduate college tomorrow.

• The young woman has hung her cap and gown in front of the door.

• The young woman is excited about entering the workforce.

• The young woman wishes she could stay in school a little longer.

• The young woman hopes to skip graduation.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Please Identify the Central Idea in the following Picture

• Destiny is learning to ride a bike

• The season is now Fall

• Destiny fell of the bike two times

• The dad is very happy today

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Please provide a supporting detail for the following main idea: Music is a great way for teachers to enhance learning.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2