Main Idea and Details

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

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What are details in a passage?

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Details are pieces of information that support or explain the main idea.

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How can you identify the main idea of a passage?

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Look for the topic sentence, which often states the main idea, and consider the supporting details.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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Why is the main idea important?

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

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What does it mean to summarize a passage?

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

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What is an example of a main idea?

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The main idea of a passage about dogs might be: 'Dogs are loyal pets that provide companionship.'

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a fact, example, or description that helps explain or prove the main idea.

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How do you find supporting details in a text?

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

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

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The main idea is the overall message, while supporting details provide evidence or examples for that message.