Main Idea 6th

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is what the passage is mostly about.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence tells the main idea of a paragraph.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that explain or support 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 expresses the overall point or message of the paragraph.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a text?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and provides a final thought.

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What is the difference between the main idea and a supporting detail?

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The main idea is the central point of the text, while supporting details provide evidence or examples to back up the main idea.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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The importance of family gatherings.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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We play games and have fun together during family gatherings.

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What is the role of transitions in a text?

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Transitions help to connect ideas and guide the reader through the text.