Main Idea and Details Practice

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea is what the story is mostly about.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a fact or example that helps explain or support the main idea.

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True or False: Key details give important information that support the main idea.

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True

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What does it mean to recycle?

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Recycling means to process materials so they can be used again.

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What is an example of a supporting detail for the main idea that recycling is important?

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Recycling paper saves trees from being cut down.

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What is the difference between the main idea and supporting details?

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The main idea is the overall message, while supporting details provide evidence or examples.

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What is the main idea of this sentence: 'There are many fun things to do at the beach.'

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The main idea is that the beach offers many fun activities.

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What is a key detail?

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A key detail is an important piece of information that supports the main idea.

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What does it mean to summarize a story?

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To summarize a story means to give a brief overview of the main idea and key details.

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What is the main idea of Jenny wanting to be a nurse?

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Jenny wants to help sick people get well.