Main idea and supporting details

Front

What is the main idea of a passage?

Back

The main idea is what the story is mostly about.

Front

What are supporting details?

Back

Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that explain or enhance the main idea.

Front

What is a topic in a passage?

Back

The topic is the general subject that the passage is about.

Front

How can you identify the main idea in a text?

Back

Look for the sentence that summarizes the overall message or point of the passage.

Front

What is an example of a main idea?

Back

Mary’s new pet is a kitten.

Front

What is an example of a supporting detail?

Back

The kitten likes to sleep a lot.

Front

What does it mean to summarize a passage?

Back

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

Front

Why are supporting details important?

Back

They provide evidence and context to help understand and support the main idea.

Front

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

Back

The main idea is the central point, while supporting details are the information that backs it up.

Front

How can you find supporting details in a text?

Back

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