Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is what the passage is mostly about.

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Can the main idea be implied or stated?

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True

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What do supporting details do?

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Supporting details help prove the central idea (evidence).

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What is the definition of supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts or examples that help explain or prove the main idea.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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The author enjoys spending time with her family.

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What does it mean if a sentence implies a main idea?

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It suggests the main idea without directly stating it.

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

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The main idea is what the text is mostly about, while a theme is a deeper message or lesson.

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What is a key characteristic of a main idea?

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It summarizes the overall point of the text.

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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that expresses the central point or the most important information.

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What is an implied main idea?

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An implied main idea is not directly stated but can be inferred from the details.