Central Idea

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What is the CENTRAL IDEA of a nonfiction text?

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What the text is MOSTLY about.

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The CENTRAL IDEA of a nonfiction text needs to always be supported with...

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Supporting details.

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What are SUPPORTING DETAILS?

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Details that explain the central idea.

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What does the author want you to learn about the passage regarding taste buds?

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Taste buds are found in different places.

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Being able to identify the central idea of a text shows...

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that you comprehend the text.

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What is the importance of the CENTRAL IDEA in a nonfiction text?

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It helps readers understand the main point the author is trying to convey.

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How can you find the CENTRAL IDEA in a text?

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Look for repeated themes, key details, and the author's purpose.

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What role do SUPPORTING DETAILS play in a text?

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They provide evidence and examples that reinforce the central idea.

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What is a common misconception about the CENTRAL IDEA?

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That it is the same as the summary of the text.

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Why is it important to differentiate between CENTRAL IDEA and supporting details?

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To accurately analyze and understand the text's message.