Central Idea
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English
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6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the central idea?
Back
The central idea is the main point or message of a passage.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to summarize a passage?
Back
To summarize a passage means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.9
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a supporting detail?
Back
Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the central idea.
Tags
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.6.1
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify the central idea in a text?
Back
Look for repeated themes, the first and last sentences, and the main points discussed in the text.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of a central idea?
Back
The purpose of a central idea is to convey the main message or argument of a text.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a central idea?
Back
An example of a central idea is: 'Friendship is important for emotional support.'
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a central idea and a theme?
Back
The central idea is the main point of a specific text, while a theme is a broader message that can apply to multiple texts.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.9
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.9
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
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