Main Idea
What is the main idea of a text?
The primary point or concept that the author is trying to convey.
What is the author's perspective?
The author's perspective is their unique viewpoint or opinion on a topic.
he company had to demolish, the building to make room for the new parking lot. Using context clues, what does demolish mean?
Destroy
What are text features?
Text features are elements like headings, subheadings, captions, and graphs that help organize and present information.
How can you determine the main idea of a paragraph?
Look for the topic sentence and supporting details.
Author's perspective refers to an author's unique __________, influenced by their experiences, beliefs, and values.
A. decision
B. viewpoint
C. examination
B. viewpoint
The city implemented strict measures to control the spread of the flu epidemic.
rapid spread of a disease
A sentence that describes a picture is called
A. caption
B. illustration
C. photograph
A. caption
How can you identify the most important information in a text when summarizing?
Look for topic sentences, key details, and main ideas.
Identify the perspective in this statement:
"Technology is essential for modern education."
The author is a pro-technology in modern education.
How can you use context clues to determine the meaning of a word?
By looking at the surrounding sentences and identifying clues that suggest the word's meaning.
Name three text features commonly found in informational texts.
Response may vary but should include
photograph, bullet points, tables, charts, etc
How does understanding the main idea help you comprehend a text better?
It provides a framework for understanding the details and supporting
An author's use of sarcastic language to indicate disapproval (such as "bless your heart") is an example of how __________ reflects the author's perspective.
A. viewpoint
B. perspective
C. tone
"He ran very fast." Select the verb that would be a more effective word choice (options: sprinted, walked).
Sprinted
How do text features help enhance understanding?
They provide additional information and visual cues that clarify the written content.
How does summarizing differ from paraphrasing?
Summarizing condenses the main ideas, while paraphrasing rewrites the text in your own words.
What clues in the text can help you identify the author's perspective?
Look for language that reveals bias, such as emotive words or specific viewpoints.
Give an example of how context clues can change the meaning of a word.
(Example: bark or bank)
The word 'bark' can mean the sound a dog makes or the outer covering of a tree, depending on the context.
The word "bank" can mean a financial institution or side of river or stream, depending on the context.
Which text feature tells what pages certain words can be found on in the book ?
A. glossary
B. table of contents
C. index
C. Index