What is the main idea of a text?
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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.
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What does it mean to summarize a text?
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To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas in your own words.
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What is a sequence text structure?
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A sequence text structure describes events in the order they happen, often using words like First, Next, Then, Finally.
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What is a cause and effect text structure?
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A cause and effect text structure explains why something happened (the cause) and what happened as a result (the effect).
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What is a problem and solution text structure?
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A problem and solution text structure presents a problem and then discusses one or more solutions to that problem.
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What is compare and contrast text structure?
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Compare and contrast text structure highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.
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What is a supporting detail?
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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea.
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