Main Idea
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4th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main idea of a text?
Back
The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey.
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CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?
Back
Look for the topic sentence, which often states the main idea, and consider supporting details.
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a supporting detail?
Back
Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or support the main idea.
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CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RL.3.1
CCSS.RL.4.1
CCSS.RL.5.2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to summarize a text?
Back
To summarize means to give a brief statement of the main points of a text.
Tags
CCSS.RI.4.9
CCSS.RI.5.9
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is identifying the main idea important?
Back
Identifying the main idea helps readers understand the overall message and purpose of the text.
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a topic sentence?
Back
A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.
Tags
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Can a text have more than one main idea?
Back
Yes, some texts can have multiple main ideas, especially if they cover different topics.
Tags
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
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