Vocabulary
What does the word "Main" mean in the context of a text?
The most important idea or point in the text.
What is a "Central Idea"?
The main point or message that the author wants to convey in the text.
Define the term "Supporting" as it relates to details in a passage.
Information that helps to explain or back up the main idea.
How can you determine the "Focus" of a text?
By identifying what the text is primarily about and what points are being made.
What does "Relevant" mean when discussing details in a text?
Information that is closely connected to the main idea and helps to clarify it.
What does it mean to "Summarize" a text?
To briefly restate the main ideas and details of the text.
Explain what "Evidence" means in the context of summarizing a text.
Facts or details that support the main idea or argument presented in the text.
Describe the difference between "Primary" and "Supporting" details.
Primary details directly support the main idea, while supporting details add extra information or context.
What is the meaning of "Core" in relation to central ideas?
The essential or central part of a concept or argument in the text.
What are "Specific" details, and why are they important?
Specific details are precise pieces of information that help to clarify and illustrate the central idea. They make the text more informative and engaging.