Main idea & Supporting ideas

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What does the main idea of a story tell the reader?

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What the story is about.

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What is the main idea of a reading selection?

Back

What the text is mainly about.

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What does a supporting detail do in a paragraph?

Back

It explains the main idea.

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What does SUPPORT mean in the context of supporting details?

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To hold up and help.

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What is the main idea of an essay about recycling?

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Recycling is important to protect the environment.

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What is a main idea?

Back

The central point or message of a text.

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What are supporting details?

Back

Facts or examples that help explain or prove the main idea.

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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 content.

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Why is understanding the main idea important?

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It helps readers grasp the overall message of the text.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Dogs make great pets.