4th grade main idea and supporting details

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What are the four seasons?

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The four seasons are fall, spring, summer, and winter.

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea is the most important 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 piece of information that helps explain or support the main idea.

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Why is it important to identify the main idea before reading?

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It helps the reader understand the focus of the passage, but it is not necessary to determine it before reading.

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What is an example of a supporting detail for getting enough sleep?

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Seven to nine hours keeps you refreshed the next day.

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What does it mean to summarize a passage?

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To summarize means to give a brief statement of the main points of the passage.

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How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?

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

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What is the purpose of supporting details?

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

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What is an example of a main idea in a text about soccer?

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Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

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

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The main idea is the central point, while supporting details provide additional information about that point.