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 what the text is mostly about.

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True or False: The main idea needs supporting details.

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False

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What does 'identify' mean?

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To recognize or name.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is information that explains or gives more information about the main idea.

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Why are supporting details important?

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They help to explain and clarify the main idea.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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They learn how to dribble and pass the ball.

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What can you find in a paragraph that helps you understand the main idea?

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Supporting details.

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What is the main idea in Jenny's story?

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Jenny wants to be a nurse.

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What is the main idea in Mary's story?

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Mary’s new pet is a kitten.