Central Idea

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.

Reading helps people do well in school and their jobs. It is also a way to learn new things about our interests. Some people read to escape to different worlds.

• Some people like to read.

• There are many good things that can come from reading.

• Reading is only good if you want to do well in school.

• It is good to read a lot.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which question would be most helpful for figuring out the central idea of a text?

• What is my opinion

• What do I know about the book

• What is the main thing the author is trying to say

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

The main idea of a text is

• the theme of the book

• the moral of the book

• what the story is mostly about

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

The topic/subject helps you to?

• figure out the main idea

• answer definitions

• look for the point of view

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which of the following best summarizes the central theme of a book where various characters from different backgrounds come together to solve a local mystery?

• Diversity brings strength.

• Mysteries are challenging.

• Teamwork is essential in problem-solving.

• Local issues are complex.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the central theme of a novel where the protagonist learns to trust others after a journey filled with challenges and support from friends?

• Adventure is necessary for growth.

• Trust is essential in relationships.

• Challenges are part of life.

• Friends can come from unexpected places.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

In a narrative about a community overcoming a natural disaster, which of the following would be a key point?

• Descriptions of the disaster's damage.

• The community's response and rebuilding efforts.

• The history of natural disasters in the area.

• The financial cost of the damage.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

These help to give text evidence about the central/main idea.

• Sentences

• Paragraphs

• Supporting Details

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Sara crossed the beach. It was early morning, and no one was there. She was rushing to search for shells. She loved to collect shells. She searched for them every morning. What is the main idea of this text?

• Sara likes getting shells on the beach

• Sara gets up early in the morning

• Sara goes to the beach when no one is there.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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

• The reader's opinion

• Author's who are reliable

• Supporting Details

• Concluding sentences

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2