Main Idea, Supporting Details, and Summary

Front

What are supporting details in a nonfiction passage?

Back

Facts or examples that support the main idea.

Front

What is the main idea of a passage?

Back

The central point or message that the author wants to convey.

Front

What is a detail that supports the main idea?

Back

Specific information that elaborates on or explains the main idea.

Front

What do you call the last sentence in a paragraph?

Back

Closing or conclusion sentence.

Front

What is a topic sentence?

Back

A complete sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph, usually found at the beginning.

Front

How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

Back

Look for the topic sentence or the sentence that summarizes the overall message.

Front

What role do supporting details play in a nonfiction text?

Back

They provide evidence and examples that reinforce the main idea.

Front

What is the difference between a main idea and a supporting detail?

Back

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

Front

Why is it important to understand the main idea and supporting details?

Back

It helps readers comprehend the text and retain key information.

Front

What is a summary?

Back

A brief restatement of the main idea and key supporting details of a text.