Main Idea and Supporting Details

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What is the definition of a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail explains or provides more information about the main idea in a paragraph.

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What does the term 'main idea' refer to in a text?

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The main idea is the central point or the primary message that the author wants to convey.

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How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence, which often contains the main idea, and consider the supporting details that elaborate on it.

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What is an example of a main idea for a book about a famous athlete?

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The main idea could be that the athlete overcame challenges to achieve greatness.

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What are homophones?

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Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings.

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Give an example of a homophone pair.

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'Flour' and 'flower' are an example of a homophone pair.

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What might be a main idea of an article titled 'The Importance of Bees'?

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The main idea could be that bees play a crucial role in pollination and the ecosystem.

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What is the purpose of supporting details in a text?

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Supporting details provide evidence, examples, or explanations that reinforce the main idea.

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How can you differentiate between the main idea and supporting details?

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The main idea is the overarching concept, while supporting details are specific pieces of information that elaborate on that concept.

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What is a common structure for organizing a paragraph?

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A common structure includes a topic sentence (main idea), followed by supporting details.