E2.7.D.i
Description:
Analyze characteristics and structural elements of informational texts such as: clear thesis, relevant supporting evidence, pertinent examples, and conclusion.
Maps to Reading Plus skills:
2A
Exemplars
2A: Determining Main Idea
2A: Determining Main Idea
Description:
Determining Main Idea and Themes
SeeReader
✓ standard met
Selection:
L-2
L-2
Grade level: 12
Word count: 2262 words
Author: Beth Renaud
Synopsis: The Harlem Renaissance brought talented African American writers and artists into the mainstream of American culture.
Excerpt:
No excerpt is available for this question.
Question:
What is the main idea of this selection?
- The Harlem Renaissance gave voice to African American's discontent in America.
- During the Harlem Renaissance, African American musicians expressed their ideas through jazz.
- The Harlem Renaissance showed that African Americans were not content to accept racial discrimination.
- During the Harlem Renaissance, a middle class of educated black Americans emerged.
Writing
✓ standard met
Writing prompt:
Using the Internet or other research tools, find three additional pieces of information that support the main idea stated in the selection.
Evaluator
Organization:
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