Central 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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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that tells the main idea of a paragraph.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is information that helps explain or support the main idea.

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How can you find the main idea of a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence, which usually states the main idea.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a text?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and gives a final thought.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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A main idea could be 'Dogs are great pets' in a paragraph about dogs.

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What is the difference between a main idea and a supporting detail?

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

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Why is it important to identify the main idea?

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Identifying the main idea helps you understand the text better.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief retelling of the main points of a text.