Central Idea

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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.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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What does it mean to favor something?

Back

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

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is a topic in a text?

Back

The topic is the general subject or theme that the text discusses.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the purpose of a passage?

Back

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

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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What is an author's viewpoint?

Back

An author's viewpoint is their opinion or perspective on a particular subject or issue.

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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 if a text is misunderstood?

Back

If a text is misunderstood, it means that the reader has interpreted it incorrectly or has not grasped its true meaning.

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CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.5.4A

CCSS.RF.5.4B

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

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What is a summary?

Back

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

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Front

What is the significance of context in understanding a text?

Back

Context provides background information that helps the reader understand the circumstances surrounding the text.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

Back

To analyze a text means to examine it closely to understand its components, structure, and meaning.

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CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10