Central ideas and text summaries

Central ideas and text summaries

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English

4th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a central idea?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a summary?

Back

A summary is a brief statement that gives the main points of a text without including all the details.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'Somebody, wanted, but, so, then' represent?

Back

It is a strategy for summarizing a story by identifying the main character, their goal, the conflict, the resolution, and the outcome.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is it important to identify the central idea?

Back

Identifying the central idea helps readers understand the main message of the text and its significance.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What should you consider when summarizing a text?

Back

Consider whether the information is necessary to understand the main idea and if it supports the overall message.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of a summary?

Back

The purpose of a summary is to condense information and highlight the most important aspects of a text.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a central idea in a story?

Back

An example of a central idea could be 'Friendship is important' in a story about two friends overcoming challenges together.

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