Main idea and supporting details

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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.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are supporting details?
Back
Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea.
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CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.1
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.1
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is recycling important?
Back
Recycling helps reduce waste, saves natural resources, and protects the environment.
Tags
CCSS.RI.6.1
CCSS.RI.6.8
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RL.6.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a supporting detail for the main idea that recycling is important?
Back
Recycling paper saves trees from being cut down.
Tags
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.6.1
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.7.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of a topic sentence?
Back
A topic sentence introduces the main idea of a paragraph.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify supporting details in a text?
Back
Look for sentences that provide evidence or examples related to the main idea.
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CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.1
CCSS.RL.6.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean if a detail does not support the main idea?
Back
It means that the detail is irrelevant or does not provide evidence for the main concept being discussed.
Tags
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.6.1
CCSS.RL.6.2
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