Central Idea

Front

What is the central idea of a text?

Back

The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is the author's viewpoint?

Back

The author's viewpoint is their opinion or perspective on a particular topic or issue.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

What are the three main reasons for writing?

Back

Persuade, Inform, Entertain.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

Front

What is a topic in writing?

Back

The general subject of a text.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What does it mean to persuade in writing?

Back

To convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take a specific action.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

What does it mean to inform in writing?

Back

To provide the reader with information or facts about a subject.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

Front

What does it mean to entertain in writing?

Back

To engage the reader's interest and provide enjoyment through storytelling or humor.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

Front

What is a supporting detail?

Back

A supporting detail is a piece of information that helps to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for the central idea.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Front

What is a summary?

Back

A summary is a brief statement that presents the main points of a text in a concise form.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2