Main Idea Practice

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey in a passage.

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Why do monarch butterflies migrate?

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Monarch butterflies migrate to warmer places in the winter.

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What can floods cause?

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Floods can cause tremendous damage to houses, roads, and buildings.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a piece of information that helps explain or support the main idea.

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What is an example of a supporting detail for the main idea that octopuses can hide from predators?

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Octopuses use camouflage to disguise themselves.

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What is a common gift during the holidays?

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Chocolate is a very popular gift to give during the holidays.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea summarizes the overall message or point of the text.

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How can you identify the main idea in a passage?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the key point or the most important information.

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What is the purpose of supporting details?

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

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What is an example of a main idea about birds?

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The robin’s song changes throughout the seasons.