Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea is the big point or most important idea in a passage.

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What supports the main idea in a text?

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Details support the main idea in a text.

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True or False: The main idea is always found in the first sentence of a paragraph.

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False. The main idea can be found anywhere in the paragraph.

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What can you infer about a character who says they wish to hide from people?

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The character is likely shy.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Charles had a great birthday.

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What does it mean to infer something from a text?

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To infer means to make a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning from the text.

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What is a detail in a story?

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A detail is a specific piece of information that supports the main idea.

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How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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

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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 provide evidence or examples.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that captures the main idea and key details of a text.