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Informational Reading: Identifying Central Idea and Evidence

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What is the definition of central idea?

The main idea, the point the author is trying to make

What is the definition of evidence?

facts or information that supports a central idea

True or False: Informational essays must include evidence

True

Good evidence is ________ and ___________.

Strong and relevant

True or False: There can be more than one central idea in an article.

True

True or False: Key words DO NOT help us find central ideas.

False

What is the central idea of this text?

Labrador puppies need to be trained so they can be happy and healthy dogs.

What is the central idea of this text?

Skittles are a popular candy that were created in the UK in 1974, and now there are many flavors to choose from.

What is the central idea of this text?

Located in Venezuela, Angel Falls is the tallest waterfall, and the water level differs depending on the time of year.

What is the central idea of this text?

Nano-chameleons are the smallest reptiles in the world, and they were recently discovered by scientists.

What piece of evidence BEST supports the central idea?

Basketball was invented at Springfield College in the late 1800s.

What piece of evidence BEST supports the central idea?

During middle school, students are given more homework, and change classes during the day.

True or False: Using text features such as keywords, headings, photos, etc. is a strategy to identify a central idea.

True

True or False: Looking for statistics, quotes, and data that support your central idea is NOT a strategy for identifying evidence.

False

What piece of evidence BEST supports the central idea?

The cubs are excited to eat, which makes them take their first steps down the mountain.

What piece of evidence BEST supports the central idea?

The Bulldogs are undefeated.