Main Idea / Theme / Summarize RI/RL.5.2

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey in a text.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that presents the main points of a text in a concise manner.

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What does it mean to summarize a paragraph?

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To summarize a paragraph means to restate its main idea and key details in your own words.

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What is a desert?

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A desert is a place that receives very little rainfall, which can be hot or cold.

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What is an example of a cold desert?

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Antarctica is an example of a cold desert.

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What is a cockroach?

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A cockroach is a common household pest known for spreading disease and living for millions of years.

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Why are cockroaches considered a health hazard?

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Cockroaches are considered a health hazard because they can spread germs and diseases.

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What are comets?

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Comets are celestial objects that follow an oval-shaped orbit around the sun.

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What are short-period comets?

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Short-period comets are comets that complete their orbit around the sun in less than two years.

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What do fossils tell us about dinosaurs?

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Fossils provide evidence about dinosaurs, including their existence millions of years ago.