Here are the suggested phrases to fill in the blanks based on common reading strategies:
- Being able to identify the central idea of an informational text makes you a stronger reader. (p 5)
- The general subject of the book is the main topic. (p 5)
- The author includes supporting details to back up and explain the central idea. (p 5)
- Good readers use a variety of strategies to determine the central idea of a text. (p 8)
Feel free to adjust according to the specific context or terminology used in your text!