Central Message

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What is the central message of a story?

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The central message is the heart of the story; it is what the author wants you to learn from reading.

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What is a moral of a story?

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A moral is a lesson that can be learned from a story, often about how to behave or what is important in life.

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How can you find the central message in a story?

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You can find the central message by thinking about what the character has learned.

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What does 'topic' mean in a story?

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The topic is the subject or main idea that the story is about.

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What are details in a story?

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Details are the specific pieces of information that support the main idea or topic.

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What is the difference between the main idea and the central message?

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The main idea is what the story is mostly about, while the central message is the lesson or moral the author wants to convey.

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Why is it important to understand the central message?

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Understanding the central message helps readers grasp the deeper meaning of the story and learn valuable lessons.

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Can a story have more than one central message?

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Yes, a story can have multiple messages or morals, depending on the characters and events.

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What is an example of a central message?

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An example of a central message is 'Be happy with what you have,' as seen in the story of 'The Hen Who Laid Golden Eggs'.

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What does it mean to 'skim through' a story?

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To skim through a story means to read quickly to get a general idea without focusing on every detail.