5-21 Main Idea

5-21 Main Idea

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English

6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea of a paragraph?

Back

The main idea of a paragraph is the central point or message that the author wants to convey, summarizing the key information.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify the main idea in a text?

Back

You can identify the main idea by looking for the topic sentence, summarizing the supporting details, and asking what the author wants the reader to understand.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a topic sentence?

Back

A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph, usually found at the beginning.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are supporting details?

Back

Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or elaborate on the main idea.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between a main idea and a supporting detail?

Back

The main idea is the primary point of the paragraph, while supporting details provide evidence or examples that reinforce the main idea.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is it important to identify the main idea?

Back

Identifying the main idea helps readers understand the text better and grasp the author's message.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a summary?

Back

A summary is a brief statement that captures the main points of a text without including all the details.

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