10/22 Warm Up

Determine whether the following statement is a central idea of the nonfiction text A Simple Act:

Laura and Maurice have a strong connection even though they come from different generations and backgrounds.

• Yes, this is a central idea.

• No, this is not a central idea.

Determine whether the following statement is a central idea of the nonfiction text A Simple Act:

Maurice teaches Laura that children crave connection and a feeling of belonging.

• Yes, this is a central idea.

• No, this is not a central idea.

Determine whether the following statement is a central idea of the nonfiction text A Simple Act:

Laura Schroff lowered her head and walked on.

• Yes, this is a central idea.

• No, this is not a central idea.

Determine whether the following statement is a central idea of the nonfiction text A Simple Act:

The boy lived in a single room in a welfare hotel with his mother.

• Yes, this is a central idea.

• No, this is not a central idea.

Determine whether the following statement is a central idea of the nonfiction text A Simple Act:

1.Laura teaches Maurice about the possibilities in life by exposing him to opportunities and experiences.

• Yes, this is a central idea.

• No, this is not a central idea.

Determine whether the following statement is a central idea of the nonfiction text A Simple Act:

Friendship and relationships.

• Yes, this is a central idea.

• No, this is a topic.