Main Idea

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What is the Main Idea of a text?

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The main idea is what the text is mostly or mainly about.

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Where can the Main Idea usually be found in a paragraph?

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At the start or end of a paragraph.

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What supports the Main Idea in a text?

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Details support the main idea.

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What are Supporting Details?

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Supporting details are evidence and prove the central idea.

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What is the purpose of the Main Idea?

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The purpose of the main idea is to summarize the primary focus of the text.

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How do you identify the Main Idea?

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Look for repeated themes, key sentences, or summaries in the text.

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What is an example of a Main Idea?

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Mary’s new pet is a kitten.

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What is the difference between Main Idea and Supporting Details?

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The main idea is the primary message, while supporting details provide evidence and information to back it up.

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Why are Supporting Details important?

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They help clarify and strengthen the main idea.