Central Idea
What should the central idea cover?
The entire text
What can a theme never be? 3 answers
one word
a cliche
relatable to only the story its telling
What is an objective summary?
An unopinionated summary of a text with factual information.
Which is a better topic sentence?
1. The foundation of modern technology is built on innovations introduced by early inventors, and these advancements are now embraced by society as part of everyday life.
2. What are modern technology expectations? For society to have in the everyday life!
1 is the correct answer
Lily tiptoed through the dark forest, her heart pounding as the distant howl of wolves echoed through the trees. She had never been this far from home, but something deep inside told her she had to keep going.
What can you allude that Lily is feeling?
We can allude to the idea that Lily is feeling scared and nervous about the wolves.
What is a central idea?
The main focus of the text supported by details throughout the text.
A theme should be applicable to many situations. It needs to be universal. A moral or lesson to a story.
Can objective summary have a deep meaning?
No, objective summary should not include the theme or a deeper meaning.
Which is the best transition word?
1. As you can see,
2. Additionally,
3. With no doubt,
4. Shockingly,
2. Additionally,
She stood on the stage, smiling brightly, her voice steady as she accepted the award. Inside, however, her heart raced, and a heavy dread gripped her stomach, the spotlight feeling more like a cage than a celebration. The applause roared, but all she could think about was escaping the overwhelming pressure.
What is the tone of this message?
Tone: Confident, celebratory
what does it mean to personify?
to humanize
Hard work pays off in the end, even when the journey feels long. Every small step forward brings you closer to where you want to be. And now you have succeed.
What is the theme of this passage?
Theme: Perseverance leads to success.
Lily tiptoed through the dark forest, her heart pounding as the distant howl of wolves echoed through the trees. She had never been this far from home, but something deep inside told her she had to keep going.
What would be an objective summary?
Lily was in a dark forest and could hear wolves through the trees while being far from home.
Which set of words is inappropriate to use in a analytical response?
1. astounding, perfect, exceptional
2. glorious, outrageous, fascinating
3. cool, chill, savage
3. cool chill savage
all of these words are slang, do not use slang words in an analytical response
She stood on the stage, smiling brightly, her voice steady as she accepted the award. Inside, however, her heart raced, and a heavy dread gripped her stomach, the spotlight feeling more like a cage than a celebration. The applause roared, but all she could think about was escaping the overwhelming pressure.
What is the mood of this prompt?
Mood: Anxious, claustrophobic
She saved all her money to buy a bike because she wanted to be more independent. Riding it gave her the freedom she had been longing for.
What is the central idea of this prompt?
Central idea: Saving for something meaningful brings independence and freedom.
When Sarah accidentally broke her mother's favorite vase, she hesitated but decided to confess the truth instead of making up a story. Her mother’s understanding response taught her that honesty builds trust and strengthens relationships.
What is the theme of this prompt?
Theme: Honesty is better than lying.
The rain poured down as Maya stood at the train station, clutching the letter she had never sent. As the train pulled away, she knew some chances were gone forever.
What is the objective summary?
Maya was at a train station when it was raining and she had a letter she had never sent.
When building context which is the better way to introduce your evidence?
1. According to the article, "Blahhhh" (Ceglia 1).
2. "Blaahhhh" (Ceglia 1).
3. And you wouldn't believe what she said, "Blaahhh" (Ceglia 1).
1. According to the article
The rain poured down as Maya stood at the train station, clutching the letter she had never sent. As the train pulled away, she knew some chances were gone forever.
What can we allude Maya is feeling?
Maya is heart broken that she never sent the letter.
Jake practiced every day to improve his basketball skills. When the championship game came, his hard work paid off, and he scored the winning shot. His dedication showed that effort leads to success.
What is the central idea in this prompt?
Central idea: Consistent effort leads to achievement because Jake practiced everyday to improve his basketball skills.
Despite the challenges they faced from disapproving families, Mia and Jake held hands tightly as they walked down the aisle, ready to exchange vows. In that moment, they knew their love was stronger than any obstacle, proving that love always wins in the end.
What is the theme?
Theme: True love can overcome any obstacle.
The old man sat on the park bench, sharing stories of his youth with the children gathered around him, their laughter echoing through the air. As the sun began to set, he realized that these moments of connection made him feel young again.
What is the objective summary?
Objective Summary: An old man finds joy and rejuvenation in sharing stories with children in the park.
When writing an analytical response, what do we include?
1. Topic sentence
2. Background information
3. Building Context (x2)
4. Evidence (x2)
5. Analysis (x2)
6. Conclusion
Bonus: Plus transitions between the two pieces of evidence
Ava sat at the dinner table, nervously picking at her napkin as her parents bustled about, setting down steaming dishes with a sense of pride that had always made their family gatherings feel sacred. The small dining room, with its worn wooden chairs and the embroidered tablecloth her mother had brought from the old country, was a symbol of their culture, a constant reminder of where they came from. But tonight, as her parents chatted in their native language and praised the traditions that had shaped her childhood, Ava couldn’t help but feel a creeping embarrassment. The modern world she lived in felt so distant from the values her parents cherished, and as much as she loved them, she couldn’t shake the tension between who she was becoming and who they wanted her to be.
What can you allude that Ava is feeling?
Her parents traditions are embarrassing to her because they do not match her views and values compared to the outside worlds and she is worried her parents will not like who she is becoming.