Central Idea

Hints for finding the main idea of a story or paragraph are...

• Find a detail that was mentioned once or twice.

• Look for the subject or theme of the story or paragraph.

• Do a character analysis.

• Look at the title, pictures, first paragraph and think about the central point of the story or paragraph.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

The moral of the story is also known as...

• the main idea

• the subject

• the theme

• the central point

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

theme

• cope

• the point from which the story is told

• how the characters in a story feel and act

• central idea of a work of literature

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

essence

• the main part

• a kind of oil

• acting something out

• a skill in writing

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Another term for central idea is:

• summary

• the topic

• inference

• main idea

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Identify the main idea of an article that discusses the benefits of recycling and how it helps the environment.

• Recycling methods vary by material.

• Recycling can significantly reduce pollution.

• Many people do not understand recycling.

• Governments should fund more recycling programs.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is another name for the Central idea?

• main idea

• supporting idea

• random idea

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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

Identifying the main idea of a paragraph helps the reader to:

• Memorize the paragraph

• Understand what the paragraph is mostly about

• Ignore the details in the paragraph

• Focus on the least important information

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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