Central Idea in Informational Texts Quiz

What is the central idea of an informational text?

• The topic the text is about

• The most important idea the author wants to convey

• A list of supporting details

• The title of the text

Which of the following is an example of a central idea?

• "Recycling"

• "Recycling reduces waste"

• "Recycling is essential for environmental sustainability"

• "Waste management strategies"

What is the primary difference between the main idea and the central idea?

• The main idea is the topic of the text; the central idea is the author’s deeper insight.

• The main idea focuses on the conclusion; the central idea supports it.

• The central idea is found in the introduction; the main idea is in the conclusion.

• The central idea is a synonym for supporting details.

How can you identify the central idea in nonfiction texts?

• Look for repeated ideas or phrases

• Focus only on the introduction

• Examine titles, headings, and topic sentences

• Read the conclusion for explicit statements

What are supporting details?

• Facts, examples, statistics, and expert quotes that help develop and clarify the central idea

• The overall summary of the text

• Personal opinions or interpretations from the author

• The main idea of the text

Which of the following structures might authors use to develop central ideas?

• Cause and effect

• Problem and solution

• Chronological order

• All of the above

What is the purpose of rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, logos) in shaping the central idea?

• To persuade the reader by influencing their emotions, logic, or trust in the author

• To distract the reader from the main idea

• To confuse the reader with opposing viewpoints

• To provide evidence for personal opinions

In informational texts, how can you track the development of a central idea?

• By using highlighting or annotations to mark shifts or changes in the idea

• By summarizing the entire text at the beginning

• By focusing on the author's opinion alone

• By ignoring supporting details

What should a good summary of an informational text include?

• Personal opinions and interpretations

• Only the central idea and key supporting details

• A detailed analysis of each paragraph

• The entire text in your own words

How can you identify multiple central ideas in a long text?

• Ignore any changes in topic and focus on the first idea

• Look for different sections of the text where each one may develop its own central idea

• Only focus on the introduction and conclusion

• Rely solely on the author's personal viewpoint