Main Idea

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Main idea of a piece of writing?

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central point

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In the phrase, "The main idea is buttressed by supporting details," the best synonym for "buttressed" is:

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backed (supported)

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In an essay, details function like:

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The evidence an attorney uses to convict a criminal.

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Topic of an essay on healthy eating?

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Eating healthy foods is good for you.

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Supporting detail in the article:

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People who eat healthy live longer.

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Main idea location in writing?

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The main idea can be found anywhere in the text.

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Main idea of a passage: What to do if unclear?

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Ask general questions about the text.

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Section of a newspaper with topics and main ideas?

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in every section and almost every article

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Inference about main ideas in writing?

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To be effective, they must be supported by facts.