Main Idea
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main idea of a text?
Back
The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey to the reader.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?
Back
Look for the topic sentence, which often summarizes the main point, and consider supporting details that reinforce it.
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CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a supporting detail?
Back
Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or elaborate on the main idea.
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between the main idea and supporting details?
Back
The main idea is the primary point of the text, while supporting details provide evidence or examples that back up the main idea.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a summary?
Back
A summary is a brief statement that captures the main idea and key points of a text.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is it important to identify the main idea?
Back
Identifying the main idea helps readers understand the text's purpose and retain important information.
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a topic sentence?
Back
A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
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