Central Idea

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What is the central idea?

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

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What does it mean to favor something?

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To favor something means to support or prefer it over other options.

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What is a viewpoint?

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A viewpoint is a person's perspective or opinion about a particular topic.

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What is the purpose of a passage?

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The purpose of a passage is to inform, entertain, persuade, or explain something to the reader.

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What is a summary?

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

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What does it mean to challenge someone?

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To challenge someone means to question or dispute their actions or beliefs.

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What is an example of a central idea in a text?

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An example of a central idea is 'Shakespeare was a talented writer' from a passage about his works.

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What is the significance of context in understanding a passage?

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Context helps readers understand the background, setting, and circumstances surrounding the text.

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What is an argument?

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An argument is a statement or series of statements that support a particular viewpoint.

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What does it mean to prove something?

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To prove something means to provide evidence or reasoning that establishes its truth.