3 Questions
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Central Idea?
To summarize the main points of the text
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a strong Central Idea?
Subjective and opinion-based
Which of the following is an example of a Central Idea?
The main argument presented in the text
Study Notes
Central Idea
- The purpose of a Central Idea is to provide a clear and concise summary of the main argument or point of a text.
- A strong Central Idea should NOT be vague, too general, or too specific.
- A Central Idea can be exemplified by a statement that clearly conveys the main idea or claim of a text, such as "Regular exercise leads to improved mental health."
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