Central Idea

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What is the central idea of a text?

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

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In which type of texts are central ideas mostly found?

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Central ideas are mostly found in informational texts.

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What supports the central idea in a text?

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Details support the central idea by providing evidence and examples.

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True or False: Informational texts tell a story.

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False. Informational texts provide facts and information rather than telling a story.

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What genre does informational text belong to?

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Informational text belongs to the Non-Fiction genre.

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What is the purpose of informational text?

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The purpose of informational text is to provide the reader with facts and information.

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What is an example of an informational text?

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Examples of informational texts include articles, textbooks, and reports.

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How can you identify the central idea in a text?

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You can identify the central idea by looking for the main point in the introduction and conclusion, and by examining the details.

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What is a detail in the context of a text?

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A detail is a specific piece of information that supports the central idea.

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What is the difference between fiction and non-fiction?

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Fiction is made up and tells a story, while non-fiction provides factual information.