Main idea

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is what the passage is mostly about.

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Can the main idea be implied or stated?

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True

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What supports the main idea in a text?

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Details support the main idea.

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What is the definition of 'main idea'?

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It is what the passage is mostly about.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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The author enjoys spending time with her family.

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What does it mean if the main idea is implied?

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It means the main idea is suggested but not directly stated.

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How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence or the most important detail.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is information that explains or gives more information about the main idea.

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Why is understanding the main idea important?

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It helps you understand the overall message of the text.

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What is an example of a detail that supports a main idea?

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The octopus waits for a fish to swim by.