Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey in the passage.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

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Where can the main idea be found in a passage?

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The main idea can be found anywhere in the passage, but it is often in the first sentence or the conclusion.

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CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

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What are taste buds?

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Taste buds are sensory organs on the tongue and other parts of the mouth that allow us to taste different flavors.

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How many taste buds do we have on our tongue?

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We have about 9,000 taste buds on our tongue.

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What is the difference between theme and main idea?

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Theme is a universal lesson or message, while the main idea is what the story is specifically about.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

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What does it mean to summarize a passage?

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To summarize a passage means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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Why is understanding the main idea important?

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Understanding the main idea helps readers grasp the overall message and purpose of the text.

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CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

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Can the main idea change throughout a passage?

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No, the main idea remains consistent, but supporting details may change.

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CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

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What is an example of a main idea?

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An example of a main idea is: 'Dogs are loyal companions.'

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

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What is a supporting detail?

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

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1