Central Idea and Supporting Details

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What is the central idea of a text?

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

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are words, phrases, or sentences that tell more about the central idea.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

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Why are supporting details important?

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They help me understand the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

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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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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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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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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

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How do you identify the central idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the main point of the paragraph.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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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 that explains or illustrates the central idea.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

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CCSS.RL.7.2

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What type of information do supporting details provide?

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Supporting details provide more important information that elaborates on the central idea.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

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Can a central idea be a single sentence?

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Yes, a central idea can often be expressed in a single sentence.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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What is a common mistake when identifying the central idea?

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A common mistake is confusing supporting details with the central idea.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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