Central Idea - HMH

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The central idea is what the story is mostly about.

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What is the central idea of the passage about coral reefs?

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Different sea life in the coral reefs.

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What are supporting details?

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The key points, examples, evidence to support or elaborate on the main idea.

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How is the central idea supported in a text?

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By details throughout the story.

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What does the central idea of nonfiction text represent?

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What the text is mostly about.

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What is a summary?

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A brief statement that presents the main points of a text.

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What is the difference between the central idea and supporting details?

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The central idea is the main point, while supporting details provide evidence and examples.

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Why is it important to identify the central idea?

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It helps readers understand the main message of the text.

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What role do examples play in supporting the central idea?

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Examples illustrate and clarify the central idea.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is a universal idea or message that the author conveys through the story.