Main Ideas & Supporting Details

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea is the most important idea that the paragraph is making about the topic.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a phrase or sentence that provides evidence that backs up the main idea.

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What does it mean to identify the main idea?

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Identifying the main idea means determining the central point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

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How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence, which often contains the main idea, and consider the supporting details that elaborate on it.

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

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The main idea is the primary point of the text, while supporting details provide evidence or examples that reinforce the main idea.

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Why is it important to understand the main idea?

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

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What is an example of a main idea?

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King Midas loved gold.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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King Midas wore a golden crown and had golden rings on each finger.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that captures the main points of a text without going into detail.

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What is a quotation?

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A quotation is a repetition of someone else's statement or thoughts, often used to support an argument.