Main Idea & Key Details

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the author's primary point or message in the text.

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How can you identify the main idea?

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You can identify the main idea by asking, 'What is the author's main point in this text?'

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What is a key detail?

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A key detail is an important piece of information that supports the main idea.

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Where can the topic of a text often be found?

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The topic can often be found in the title or in the opening paragraph of the text.

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

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The main idea is the central point of the text, while supporting details provide evidence or examples that explain or reinforce the main idea.

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What question should you ask to find the topic of a paragraph?

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You should ask, 'What is this paragraph mainly about?'

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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An example of a supporting detail is a fact or statistic that backs up the main idea.

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Why is it important to identify the main idea?

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Identifying the main idea helps you understand the overall message of the text.

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What is the purpose of a title in a text?

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The title gives a hint about the main idea or topic of the text.

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How can context clues help in finding the main idea?

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Context clues can provide hints or information that lead to understanding the main idea.