Main Idea and Key Details

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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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Why are key details important?

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Key details help me understand the main idea.

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Where can you usually find the main idea in a text?

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The main idea can often be found at the beginning or end of a text.

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What is a key detail?

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A key detail is a piece of information that supports or explains the main idea.

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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.

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How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence, which often contains the main idea.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is information that backs up the main idea.

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What is the difference between the main idea and supporting details?

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The main idea is the overall message, while supporting details provide evidence or examples.

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Can a text have more than one main idea?

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Yes, a text can have multiple main ideas, especially if it covers different topics.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.