Central Idea

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What is a topic?

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The general subject of a text.

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What are taste buds?

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Taste buds are sensory organs on the tongue and other areas that allow us to taste different flavors.

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What is the misconception about gorillas?

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Many people think gorillas are mean, but they are actually shy and only attack if provoked.

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What is the author's viewpoint about full-day kindergarten?

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The author favors full-day kindergarten because it leads to improved reading skills and better job opportunities.

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What is the relationship between attendance and grades?

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Students who are frequently absent often have lower average grades due to missing lessons and assignments.

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What is cause and effect?

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A relationship where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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What does it mean to compare and contrast?

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To compare means to identify similarities, while to contrast means to identify differences between two or more subjects.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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

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What is an opinion?

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An opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof or certainty.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea.