RI2 Standard

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What is a theme in literature?

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A recurring subject or idea explored in a work.

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The core message or main point of the text.

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How do you identify the central idea of a text?

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Ask yourself, 'What is the text mostly about?'.

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What is the purpose of identifying a text's central idea?

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To understand the core message or main point of the text.

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What are supporting details?

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Details that provide evidence and elaboration for the central idea.

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How do supporting details relate to the central idea?

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They provide evidence and elaboration for the central idea.

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What is an example of a theme?

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The power of friendship in overcoming adversity.

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What type of questions should you avoid when identifying the central idea?

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Questions like 'Who is the main character?' or 'When was the text written?'.

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What is the difference between a theme and a main character's goal?

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A theme is a recurring subject or idea, while a main character's goal is their specific desire or objective.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To condense the main points into a brief statement.