Key Details

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What are key details?

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Key details are important pieces of information that support the main idea of a text.

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What does the term 'rescend' mean in the context of an order?

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To rescind means to officially cancel or revoke an order.

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How do bats navigate in the dark?

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Bats navigate by using echolocation, which involves making sounds that bounce off objects and help them find their way.

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea tells the reader what the story is about.

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What is NOT a key detail?

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A key detail is NOT the central message of the story.

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Why are key details important?

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Key details help to clarify and support the main idea, making the text easier to understand.

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What is an example of a key detail?

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An example of a key detail is a fact or event that illustrates the main idea of a story.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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

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How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea can often be found in the first or last sentence of a paragraph.

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What role do supporting details play in a text?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples that reinforce the main idea.