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.

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What role do details play in a text?

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Details support the central idea by providing evidence and examples.

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What is the topic of a text?

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The topic is who or what the text is about.

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What is a strategy to find the central idea?

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Rereading the text can help identify the central idea.

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What does it mean if the central idea is not clear?

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It means that the main point of the text may be ambiguous or difficult to identify.

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What is an example of a central idea?

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Thomas Edison's inventions still impact society today.

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What is NOT a strategy for finding the central idea?

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Highlighting the entire text is not a useful strategy.

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How many patents did Thomas Edison hold?

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Thomas Edison held over 1,000 patents.

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What is the relationship between details and the central idea?

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Details provide support and evidence for the central idea.

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Can the central idea change in different texts?

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Yes, the central idea can vary depending on the text and its context.