What is another term commonly used for 'central idea'?

• Conclusion

• Main idea

• Supporting argument

• Thesis statement

What does the equation 'text content + personal knowledge = inference' imply?

• Mathematical calculation

• Scientific method

• Inferential comprehension

• Proofreading technique

What is the first step in identifying the central idea of a text?

• Analyze the author's language

• Divide the text into sections

• Read the text from start to finish

• Take detailed notes

During which step do you start taking notes on the text?

• Second step

• First step

• Third step

• Fourth step

How should one document the sections of the text while taking notes?

• By importance

• Chronologically

• Alphabetically

• By topic or heading

What should always be included at the top of your notes according to MLA guidelines?

• Date of publication

• Title of the article

• Author's full name

• Summary of the text

What type of details should be noted when reading each section?

• Unimportant details

• Only the conclusions

• Key details and events

• Author's personal details

What should be done if the text is structured with subheadings?

• Ignore the subheadings

• Use them to organize notes

• Only focus on the main headings

• Rewrite them in personal notes

What is the final step in determining the central idea of a text?

• Re-read the text

• Summarize the notes into one sentence

• Discuss the idea with peers

• Publish the findings

Why is it important to put the central idea into your own words?

• To avoid plagiarism

• To make it easier to remember

• To ensure accuracy

• To personalize the text