Key Ideas and Details Flashcards

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What does conflicting evidence refer to?

Information in a text that disagrees with an author's articulated point of view (correct)

Data that supports an author's opinion

Information that agrees with the author's point of view

Statistics that reinforce the main idea

What is the definition of conflicting information?

Information that is not in agreement.

What is a conflicting viewpoint?

An opinion expressed in a text that disagrees with an author's expressed point of view.

What is the controlling point/idea in a text?

The unifying element of a piece of a text. Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes evidence in reading?

Information or details from a text that support a reader's assertion (e.g., quotations, paraphrases, descriptions). Signup and view all the answers

What is evidence in writing?

Facts, statistics, details, quotations, or other sources of data and information that provide support for claims or an analysis. Signup and view all the answers

What does an example serve as?

An instance that serves as an illustration of a point, principle, or model. Signup and view all the answers

What is a fact?

A piece of information provided objectively and presented as true. Signup and view all the answers

What is a generalization?

A conclusion drawn from specific information that is used to make a broad statement about a topic or person. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key word in a text?

A specific word choice in a text that strongly supports the tone, mood, or meaning of the text. Signup and view all the answers

What is a lesson in the context of a text?

Beneficial new knowledge that can be learned from a text. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of a text?

The author's central thought; the chief topic of a text expressed or implied in a word or phrase. Signup and view all the answers

What are relevant details in reading?

Details that relate to the central idea of a text. Signup and view all the answers

What is a supporting idea?

An idea that explains more about a main idea. Signup and view all the answers

What is a trait in a literary text?

An adjective that describes a character in a literary text and expresses a specific quality about the character. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary for Key Ideas and Details

Conflicting Evidence: Discrepancies in information that oppose an author's stated viewpoint.
Conflicting Information: Any data or details that do not align with the presented facts or opinions.
Conflicting Viewpoint: An opinion that contrasts with the author's expressed position in the text.

Core Concepts in Text Analysis

Controlling Point/Idea: Central theme that unifies various elements within a text, guiding the reader’s understanding.
Evidence (Reading): Supporting information from a text, like quotations or paraphrases, that backs up a reader’s claims.
Evidence (Writing): Diverse information such as data, quotes, and statistics used to back up arguments or analyses; can be scrutinized for validity.

Examples and Facts

Example: A representation that clarifies or supports a particular point or principle.
Fact: An objective piece of information regarded as true without bias or interpretation.
Generalization: A broad conclusion derived from specific instances or evidence, allowing for wider statements about a subject.

Structural Elements of a Text

Key Word: Purposeful word choice that enhances the tone, mood, or meaning of a text significantly.
Lesson: Insightful knowledge acquired from the content, providing learning opportunities.
Main Idea: The primary thought or topic encapsulated within a text, often summarized in a topic sentence.

Supporting Ideas and Contextual Details

Relevant Details (Reading): Information that directly relates to and supports the text’s central idea.
Supporting Idea: An elaborative concept that clarifies or adds depth to the main idea presented.
Trait: Descriptive adjectives that characterize a figure within literary contexts, conveying specific qualities like generosity or cunning.

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