Main Idea Practice

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey to the reader.

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How can supporting details help in identifying the main idea?

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Supporting details provide evidence or examples that reinforce the main idea, helping to clarify and explain it.

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What is an example of a supporting detail for the main idea that chocolate is a popular gift during the holidays?

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On Valentine’s Day, heart shaped boxes filled with chocolate are given to loved ones.

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What is the main idea of a passage about floods?

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Floods can cause a lot of damage.

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What are some effects of floods mentioned in the passage?

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Floods can ruin houses, roads, and buildings, take down trees, cause mudslides, and leave debris behind.

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What is the importance of keeping our eyes healthy?

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Our eyes help us do many important things, so we need to keep them healthy and safe.

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What skills do soccer players learn when playing soccer?

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Soccer players learn to dribble, pass, control the ball, and work together with teammates.

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What is the main idea of a passage about octopuses?

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Octopuses have many different ways to hide themselves from predators.

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How do octopuses use camouflage?

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Octopuses use camouflage to disguise themselves from predators.

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What is the difference between the main idea and supporting details?

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The main idea is the primary concept of the text, while supporting details are facts or examples that elaborate on the main idea.