Define It
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How to Use It
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 The general subject or idea that a text focuses on

What is a topic?

100

The scientist provided __________ to support their hypothesis on climate change.

What is proof?

100

When writing a research paper, it’s essential to first choose this as your main subject of discussion.

What is topic?

200

This is the main point or message the author wants to convey in a text.

What is the central idea?

200

To strengthen your argument, make sure to __________ specific examples from the text.

What is cite?

200

In a summary, you should capture this core message the author wants readers to take away.

What is central idea?

300

When writing an essay, you should do this to show exactly where you found information in a text.

What is cite the text?

300

The __________ of this article is about conserving water and protecting natural resources.

What is topic?

300

When writing an essay, you should do this to show exactly where you found information in a text.

What is cite?

400

This term describes a section or excerpt taken from a larger text.

What is a passage?

400

Use examples from the article to __________ your answer about the author’s purpose.

What is support?

400

This term describes the act of pointing out or finding a particular detail within a story or article.

What is identify?

500

To recognize or point out specific information within a text.

What is to identify?

500

The __________ __________ of the story is that kindness can overcome any obstacle.

What is central idea?

500

When making a claim, it’s important to have this — solid, factual evidence to back it up.

What is proof?

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