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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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, while the main idea is what a story is about.

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What is the Richter scale?

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The Richter scale is an instrument used to measure the intensity of earthquakes.

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What can earthquakes below 2.0 on the Richter scale do?

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Earthquakes below 2.0 usually can't be felt.

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What happens during a magnitude 7.0 earthquake?

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A magnitude 7.0 earthquake is considered a major earthquake and can cause tremendous damage.

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What are some ways to feel better when you are sad?

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You can take a walk, talk to a friend, write down your feelings, or do something good for someone else.

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What is the main point of a passage?

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The main point is the central idea or the most important information presented in the passage.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that gives the main points of a text.