Central Idea and Supporting Details

Can a text have more than one central idea?

• Yes, a text can have multiple central ideas.

• No, a text can only have one main central idea.

• Typically, a text has one main central idea, but it can have multiple supporting details.

• A text can have as many central ideas as needed.

What is the central idea of a text?

• The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

• The central idea is a summary of the text's content.

• The central idea is the author's opinion on a topic.

• The central idea is the conclusion drawn from the text.

What is an example of a central idea?

• Dolphins are mammals that live in the ocean.

• Birds can fly and have feathers.

• Fish are cold-blooded animals.

• Reptiles lay eggs and have scales.

What are supporting details?

• Supporting details are the main ideas of a text.

• Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the central idea.

• Supporting details are the conclusions drawn from a text.

• Supporting details are the titles and headings of a text.

Why are supporting details important?

• They help me understand the main idea.

• They make the text longer.

• They confuse the reader.

• They are not necessary for comprehension.

What is an example of a supporting detail?

• A fact that provides evidence for the central idea.

• An opinion that contradicts the main argument.

• A summary of the main points discussed.

• A rhetorical question posed to engage the audience.

How do you find supporting details in a text?

• Look for sentences that provide examples, explanations, or evidence related to the central idea.

• Identify the main idea and ignore the rest of the text.

• Summarize the text in your own words.

• Read the text quickly without focusing on details.

What is an example of a supporting detail in a text about rain forests?

• The rain forest is home to many creatures like monkeys, toucans, and macaws.

• Rain forests receive a significant amount of rainfall each year.

• The Amazon rain forest is the largest in the world.

• Many plants in rain forests have adapted to low light conditions.

What is the difference between a central idea and supporting details?

• The central idea is the main point, while supporting details provide evidence or examples that explain or support that point.

• The central idea is a summary of the text, while supporting details are irrelevant information.

• The central idea is always found in the conclusion, while supporting details are only in the introduction.

• The central idea is a question, while supporting details are the answers.

What is the purpose of the central idea in a text?

• To entertain the reader with a story.

• To inform the reader about the main topic or message.

• To provide detailed descriptions of characters.

• To summarize the text in a few sentences.