Central Idea and Details

Central Idea and Details

8th Grade

16 Qs

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Central Idea and Details

Central Idea and Details

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Other

8th Grade

Hard

CCSS
ELA-LITERACY.RI.8.2, ELA-LITERACY.RI.8.1

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph:

When the teacher walks in, we are always ready for class. We don't talk when the teacher is talking, and we are always respectful. No one ever gets in trouble.

Our class is always well behaved.

We often discuss topics during class.

The teacher gives us a lot of homework.

We enjoy our time in class.

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.8.2

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.8.1

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Explain how finding the central idea and supporting details can enhance your understanding of a text.

By providing a clear focus and structure

By making the text longer and more complex

By introducing unrelated themes

By summarizing the text in one sentence

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.8.2

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
Reading helps people do well in school and their jobs. It is also a way to learn new things about our interests. Some people read to escape to different worlds.

Some people like to read.

There are many good things that can come from reading.

Reading is only good if you want to do well in school.

It is good to read a lot.

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.8.2

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Candy is not a healthy treat.

It tastes really good.

Candy contains high amounts of sugar.

You can find many artificial additives in candy.

Eating too much candy can give you cavities.

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.8.2

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Reading class is really interesting.

Our teacher gives us new ways to look at things.

It's my least favorite class.

Sometimes we do dramatic readings of the text that are super engaging.

We learn interesting facts from the things we read.

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.8.2

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can you identify the central idea of a text?

Analyze the main arguments, supporting details, and overall message of the text.

Focus solely on the introduction and conclusion of the text.

Read the text quickly without taking notes.

Identify the author's background and credentials.

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.8.2

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Schools should eliminate summer vacation.

Students will learn more and forget less if they have school all year.

It costs too much money for school buildings to remain empty in the summer months.

Year-round school can better prepare students for year-round work in the adult world.

During summer classes, the school should be air-conditioned.

Tags

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.8.1

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