Central ideas and text summaries

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What is a theme in a story?

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The theme is the main lesson or message that the author wants to convey.

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What does it mean when we say 'money is power'?

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It means that having money can give someone control or influence over others.

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What is the theme of a story about helping others?

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The theme is 'Help others if you can.'

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What lesson does the story of the greedy king teach?

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The lesson is 'Don’t be greedy.'

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What is the main idea of the sentence 'Friendship helps people get through tough times'?

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The main idea is that friendship provides support during difficult times.

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What is a summary?

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

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What does 'mood' refer to in a story?

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Mood refers to the feeling or atmosphere that a story creates for the reader.

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What is the difference between 'tone' and 'mood'?

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Tone is the author's attitude toward the subject, while mood is the feeling the reader gets.

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What is a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure in a story.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the most important point or concept that the text is about.