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  • True or False: Informational essays must include evidence
    True
  • True or False: Using text features such as keywords, headings, photos, etc. is a strategy to identify a central idea.
    True
  • What piece of evidence BEST supports the central idea?
    Basketball was invented at Springfield College in the late 1800s.
  • What is the central idea of this text?
    Labrador puppies need to be trained so they can be happy and healthy dogs.
  • 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.
  • True or False: It is a good idea to read the entire text before identifying the central idea and evidence.
    True
  • What color shirt was Coach Steele wearing yesterday?
    Black
  • True or False: Key words DO NOT help us find central ideas.
    False
  • Good evidence is ________ and ___________.
    Strong and relevant
  • What is the definition of central idea?
    The main idea, the point the author is trying to make
  • True or False: There can be more than one central idea in an article.
    True
  • What is the definition of evidence?
    facts or information that supports a central idea
  • 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.
  • True or False: Looking for statistics, quotes, and data that support your central idea is NOT a strategy for identifying evidence.
    False
  • 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 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 piece of evidence BEST supports the central idea?
    During middle school, students are given more homework, and change classes during the day.
  • What piece of evidence BEST supports the central idea?
    The Bulldogs are undefeated.
  • Central ideas are supported by ___________.
    Evidence
  • True or False: Evidence does not have to be relevant to the central idea.
    False
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