Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is what the passage is mostly about.

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What sound do giraffes make when they are hurt?

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Giraffes make a low moo, similar to a cow.

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What sound do giraffes make when they are frightened?

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Giraffes make a short, high sound.

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What does Jenny want to be when she grows up?

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Jenny wants to be a nurse.

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What is the theme of a story?

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The theme is the underlying message or lesson of the story.

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Is the theme of a story usually directly stated?

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No, the theme is rarely directly stated.

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Do you need to make inferences to figure out the theme of a story?

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Yes, you often need to make inferences.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning.

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What is the purpose of the main idea in a passage?

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The main idea helps readers understand the central point of the text.

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Can the main idea be found in the title of a passage?

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Sometimes, the title can give clues about the main idea.