Main idea and supporting details

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea is a statement that tells what a passage is mostly about.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that explain or support the main idea.

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What is the purpose of the main idea in a text?

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The purpose of the main idea is to summarize the central point or message of the text.

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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 theme of the paragraph.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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An example of a main idea is: 'There are many fun things to do at the beach.'

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What is NOT a supporting detail for the main idea?

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A statement that does not explain or relate to the main idea is NOT a supporting detail.

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True or False: The main idea can stand alone without supporting details.

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False. The main idea needs supporting details to be fully understood.

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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.

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What is the relationship between main ideas and supporting details?

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Main ideas are supported by details that provide evidence or examples.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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An example of a supporting detail is: 'Swimming, snorkeling, and playing beach volleyball are fun activities at the beach.'