MAIN IDEA 3RD GRADE

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What is the main idea of a text?

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

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a fact or example that helps to explain or reinforce the main idea.

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What are key details in a text?

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Key details are facts that support the main idea and provide additional information.

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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the overall message or theme of the paragraph.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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An example of a supporting detail is 'The sun gives us light and heat' in a text about the sun.

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Why are supporting details important?

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Supporting details are important because they provide evidence and clarity to the main idea.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a text?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and reinforces the main idea.

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How can you differentiate between main ideas and supporting details?

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Main ideas express the overall message, while supporting details provide evidence or examples.

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What is a fact?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false.

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What is an opinion?

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An opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof.