Central Idea

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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

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What is a key idea?

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A key idea is an important point that supports the main idea of a passage.

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What does it mean to summarize a passage?

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To summarize a passage means to give a brief statement of the main points.

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What is the purpose of supporting details?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples to explain or reinforce the main idea.

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What is a conclusion in a passage?

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A conclusion is the final part of a passage that summarizes the main points or provides a closing thought.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To analyze a text means to examine it closely to understand its meaning and structure.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central topic or idea explored in a piece of writing.