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1
The central idea of a nonfiction text is ______.
one word describing the text
evidence supporting the text
the author's point of view
what that section of the text is mostly all about
2
"Plants need sunlight to grow." Which of these is the best evidence for this central idea?
There are many different species of plants on the Earth.
Jessica sat in the sun and looked at her garden.
My favorite kind of plant is the Venus fly trap.
Plants that get sunlight grow taller than those who don't.
3
While reading a text, you should be ____.
all of the above
thinking about what you're reading
circling key words
underlining main points
4
When writing a summary, you should state your own feelings about the text.
false
true
5
When do we look for the CENTRAL IDEA?
in fiction
in nonfiction
6
What does it mean if the central idea is EXPLICITLY stated?
It is hidden. It requires digging to find it.
It is stated directly and clearly in the text.
7
Which is an example of a central (main) idea?
Cats make the best pets.
My name is Champ and I have gray and white stripes.
The best pet ever.
Pets.
8
What supports the central idea of the text?
highlighting
the topic sentence
your own background experience
evidence