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 is another word for SUPPORTING DETAILS used to identify the CENTRAL IDEA of a text?

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Text Evidence.

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If the main idea is 'There are many different colors in a crayon box', what would a supporting detail be?

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The crayon box has 24 colors in it.

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What is a topic?

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The general subject of a text.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail provides additional information that explains or supports the central idea.

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What is the difference between a topic and a central idea?

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The topic is the general subject, while the central idea is the specific point the author makes about that subject.

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What is text evidence?

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Text evidence refers to specific details or examples from a text that support the central idea.

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How can you identify the central idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the main point or the most important information.

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What role do supporting details play in a text?

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Supporting details help to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for the central idea.

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What is an example of a central idea?

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Many animals adapt to their environment to survive.