Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea of a text is what the text is mostly, or mainly, about.

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What does it mean when we say the Earth's surface is always changing?

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It means that natural events like earthquakes, floods, and volcanoes constantly alter the landscape.

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What skills do soccer players learn?

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Soccer players learn to dribble, pass, control the ball, and work together with teammates.

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Where does chalk come from?

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Chalk comes from tiny sea animals called foraminifera that create shells from lime.

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What can help you feel better when you're sad?

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Taking a walk, talking to a friend, writing down feelings, or doing something good for someone else.

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What is an example of a main idea in a paragraph?

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An example of a main idea is 'Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.'

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Why is it important to identify the main idea?

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Identifying 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 a fact or example that helps explain or support the main idea.

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How can you find the main idea of a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence or the sentence that summarizes the paragraph.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that gives the main points of a text.