Main Idea Review

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey.

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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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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the overall message or point of the paragraph.

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What is the purpose of supporting details?

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Supporting details provide evidence and context to help the reader understand and believe the main idea.

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What question should you ask to find the main idea?

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What point is the author trying to make?

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Frogs are amazing jumpers.

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What is an example of a supporting detail for the main idea about frogs?

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Frogs have long, powerful legs which help them leap long distances.

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What is a detail that does NOT support the main idea?

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Scuba divers prefer the waters of the Caribbean.

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What is the main idea of a text about Harry Houdini?

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Harry Houdini became a famous magician for his escapes from impossible traps.

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What supporting detail would go with the main idea about Harry Houdini?

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Houdini once escaped a straightjacket while suspended high in the air.