Summary and Central Idea Review

What is a central idea?

• The point the author wants you to remember most

• The point the author does not want you to remember most

• The point the character wants you to remember most

• The point Ms. Taylor wants you to remember most

What is another name for the central idea?

• Supporting Detail

• Theme

• Main Idea

• Inference

What is not a place you find a central idea?

• The beginning of the text

• The end of the text

• Implied in the supporting details

• In the footnotes

What two things are included in the Central Idea Formula?

• Topic

• The author's name

• All supporting details

• What the author wants you to know about the topic

Identify the central idea of a passage discussing the impact of technology on education.

• Technology can sometimes be distracting.

• Many schools use technology.

• Technology has transformed the way students learn and teachers teach.

• Students enjoy using technology.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Read the following excerpt and identify the central idea: "Despite numerous challenges, the community worked together to restore the old library, showing their commitment to preserving knowledge and history."

• The community faced many challenges.

• The library was old and needed restoration.

• The community showed their commitment to preserving knowledge by restoring the library.

• Restoring buildings is a difficult task.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

When summarizing key points, it is important to:

• Include every single detail for completeness

• Focus only on the ending of the story

• Highlight the main ideas and supporting details

• Only discuss the characters and ignore the plot

The main idea of a non-fiction text about sharks would most likely focus on:

• The author's fear of swimming

• The dietary habits, habitat, and characteristics of sharks

• A fictional story about a talking shark

• Why sharks are misunderstood as movie villains

Which of the following best summarizes the central theme of a book where various characters from different backgrounds come together to solve a local mystery?

• Diversity brings strength.

• Mysteries are challenging.

• Teamwork is essential in problem-solving.

• Local issues are complex.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which of the following best summarizes the key points of a documentary about the Internet's impact on communication?

• The Internet has made communication faster and more accessible.

• People use the Internet every day.

• The Internet can be unsafe.

• Everyone should learn to use the Internet.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept