Main idea and supporting details

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea is a statement that tells what a passage is mostly about.

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True or False: The main idea does not need supporting details.

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False

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What is a supporting detail?

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

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Which of the following is a supporting detail for the idea of getting enough sleep?

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Seven to nine hours keeps you refreshed the next day.

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What should you do to determine the main idea of a passage?

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Read the passage carefully and look for the most important point.

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True or False: The reader should determine the main idea BEFORE reading the passage.

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False

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What is an example of a main idea?

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There are many ways to make yourself feel better.

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What is the purpose of supporting details in a text?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples to clarify and strengthen the main idea.

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What is a transitional sentence?

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A transitional sentence helps to connect ideas and guide the reader through the text.

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What does it mean to summarize a passage?

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To summarize a passage means to give a brief statement of the main idea and key supporting details.