Central Idea Practice

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The central idea of nonfiction text is _____________.

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what the text is mostly about.

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What is another word for SUPPORTING DETAILS used to identify the CENTRAL IDEA of a text?

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Text Evidence

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Select the detail that DOES NOT support the main idea that education is important.

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Education causes problems.

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What text features can give you a clue of what the main idea is?

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All of these (Title, Pictures, Headings).

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Supporting Details are...

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

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What is the purpose of the central idea in a text?

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To convey the main point or message the author wants to communicate.

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How can you identify the central idea of a text?

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By looking for the main topic and supporting details.

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What role do supporting details play in understanding a text?

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They provide evidence and examples that clarify and reinforce the central idea.

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What is a common text feature that indicates the main idea?

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The title of the text.

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Why is it important to differentiate between supporting details and unrelated information?

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To accurately understand and summarize the central idea.