Main Idea 6th

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea of a paragraph is the central point or message that the author wants to convey, summarizing the overall content.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

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How can you identify the main idea in a text?

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

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

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What is a supporting detail?

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

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

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

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The main idea is the primary message of the text, while supporting details provide evidence or examples that back up the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph, usually found at the beginning.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas, condensing the information.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a paragraph?

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The conclusion wraps up the main idea and supporting details, often restating the main idea in a new way.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or central idea of a literary work, often reflecting on human experiences.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

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How can context clues help in understanding the main idea?

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Context clues are hints or information surrounding a word or idea that help readers infer its meaning or significance.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

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What is the importance of identifying the main idea?

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Identifying the main idea helps readers understand the text's purpose and retain the most important information.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.2