Main Idea/Supporting Details

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What is text evidence?

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A direct quote from a text that you can use to support your idea.

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What do informational texts provide?

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Informational texts provide facts in an organized format.

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What is a common misconception about the main idea?

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The main idea is always the first sentence of every paragraph.

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What is the main idea of a passage about dental care?

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Keep your teeth happy.

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In an essay, details serve a similar function to what?

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The evidence an attorney needs to convict a criminal.

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What is the definition of the main idea?

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The primary point the author is trying to make.

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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Ask yourself what is being said about the topic.

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What role do supporting details play in a text?

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They provide evidence and examples that support the main idea.

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What is the difference between facts and opinions in informational texts?

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Facts are objective statements that can be proven true, while opinions are subjective beliefs.

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What is a summary?

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A brief statement that presents the main points of a text.