Main Idea and Supporting Details

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What is the main idea of a text?

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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 are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or support the main idea.

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Why is recycling important?

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Recycling helps reduce waste, saves natural resources, and protects the environment.

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What is an example of a supporting detail for the main idea 'Recycling is important'?

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Recycling paper saves trees from being cut down.

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What does it mean to identify the main idea?

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It means to find the central point or message in a piece of writing.

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How can technology help students learn?

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Technology provides resources like educational websites and tools that assist in studying.

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What is a detail that does not support the main idea?

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A detail that does not relate to the main idea or does not provide relevant information.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea of a paragraph is the primary thought or concept that the paragraph discusses.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Juan enjoys playing games.

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What is the purpose of supporting details?

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