Main Idea and Key Details

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea of a passage is the central point or theme.

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What are supporting details?

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Specific pieces of information that provide evidence or examples to support the main idea or thesis statement of a text.

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Which of the following is an example of a supporting detail?

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Providing statistics to support an argument.

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How can you identify the main idea of a passage?

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Analyze the topic sentences, recurring ideas, and overall content of the passage.

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Which of the following is a key detail?

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A key detail is a specific piece of information that is important for understanding the main idea or topic.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of a text.

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Why are supporting details important?

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Supporting details help to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for 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 central point, while supporting details are the facts or examples that back it up.

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How can you summarize a passage?

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To summarize a passage, identify the main idea and key details, and express them in your own words.

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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.