Main Idea and Key Details

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What is the main idea of a group of words?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the group of words is trying to convey.

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What does 'main idea' mean?

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The main idea is the central thought or message in a text.

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What are key details?

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Key details are pieces of information that support or explain the main idea.

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How do you find the main idea in a text?

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Look for the most important information that summarizes what the text is about.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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A day at school.

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What is an example of key details for 'Halloween'?

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Costume, Pumpkin, Leaves.

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What is an example of a main idea for a group of words: Party, Cake, Sprinkles, Presents?

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Birthday.

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What is an example of key details for 'Summer'?

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Water, Swimsuit, Slide.

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What is the purpose of identifying the main idea?

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To understand the overall message of the text.

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What is the difference between main idea and key details?

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The main idea is the overall message, while key details are the supporting facts.