Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea tells what the story is about.

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What does it mean when we say someone is helpful?

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It means they like to assist others and do tasks that make things easier.

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What is a detail in a story?

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A detail is a specific piece of information that supports the main idea.

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How can you find the main idea of a text?

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Look for the most important point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Kangaroos can protect themselves by kicking, clawing, biting, and hopping away.

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What does it mean to summarize a story?

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

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Why is it important to know the main idea?

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Knowing the main idea helps you understand the overall message of the text.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is information that explains or adds to the main idea.

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Can a story have more than one main idea?

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No, a story usually has one main idea, but it can have multiple supporting details.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea of a paragraph is the central point that the paragraph discusses.