Main idea and supporting details

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the broad topic or the most important point that the text is 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 an example of a main idea?

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Holidays are special days scattered throughout the year.

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What is NOT a supporting detail?

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We went swimming at my aunt's house last week.

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Why do plants need sunlight?

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Plants need sunlight to grow, and those that get more sunlight grow taller than those that sit in the dark.

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What is the difference between a main idea and a topic?

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The main idea is the specific point the text is making, while the topic is the general subject of the text.

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What is the main idea of the passage about ice cream?

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Ice cream is a popular dessert.

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What is a key detail?

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A key detail is an important piece of information that supports 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 idea and supporting details.

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What is an example of a supporting detail for the main idea that 'exercise is important'?

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Regular exercise helps keep your heart healthy.