Main Idea Practice

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What is the main idea of a text?

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

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What question should you ask to find the main idea?

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What point is the author trying to make?

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts or examples that give more information about the main idea.

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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 the purpose of supporting details?

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To give you more information about the main idea.

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Which sentence is a supporting detail for getting enough sleep?

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Seven to nine hours keeps you refreshed the next day.

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What is a key characteristic of a main idea?

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It summarizes the overall message of the text.

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How can you identify supporting details in a paragraph?

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Look for facts, examples, or explanations that relate to the main idea.

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

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Supporting details explain or elaborate on the main idea.

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Why is it important to understand the main idea?

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Understanding the main idea helps you grasp the overall message of the text.