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 'text structure' mean?

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Text structure refers to the organizational pattern of an article, such as compare/contrast, problem/solution, or cause/effect.

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What do you include in an objective summary?

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An objective summary includes the central idea or main idea and supporting details.

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What is the central idea of a passage?

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The central idea of a passage is the main point that the author is trying to communicate.

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What is pemmican?

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Pemmican is a type of food made by Native Americans from dried meat, fat, and sometimes berries, which does not spoil and provides energy.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a piece of information that helps explain or reinforce the central idea.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a text?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and reinforces the central idea.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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What does 'analyze' mean in reading comprehension?

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To analyze means to examine the text closely to understand its meaning and how it works.

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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