Central Ideas

Front

What is the central idea of a text?

Back

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

Front

Why is it important to identify the central idea?

Back

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

Front

What question should you ask to find the central idea?

Back

What point is the author trying to make?

Front

How can the first and last sentences of a text help in finding the central idea?

Back

They sometimes give us the central idea, but not always.

Front

What role do supporting details play in a text?

Back

Supporting details provide evidence and examples that reinforce the central idea.

Front

Why are illustrations important in a text?

Back

They can offer clues to the central idea.

Front

What is a summary?

Back

A summary is a brief statement that captures the main points of a text.

Front

What is the difference between the central idea and a supporting detail?

Back

The central idea is the main message, while supporting details are facts or examples that back up that message.

Front

What is a nonfiction text?

Back

A nonfiction text is a type of writing that provides factual information about real events, people, or concepts.

Front

How can context clues help in understanding a text?

Back

Context clues are hints within the text that help readers infer the meaning of unfamiliar words or ideas.