What is the central idea of an informational text?
Central Idea in Informational Texts Quiz

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11th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of a central idea?
"Recycling"
"Recycling reduces waste"
"Recycling is essential for environmental sustainability"
"Waste management strategies"
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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.
4.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following structures might authors use to develop central ideas?
Cause and effect
Problem and solution
Chronological order
All of the above
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
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