main idea

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What is the main idea?

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The main idea is the most important point or message in a paragraph.

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What does it mean to identify the main idea?

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To identify the main idea means to find the central point or theme of a text.

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Why is it important to know the main idea?

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Knowing the main idea helps us understand the overall message of a text.

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What is a supporting detail?

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

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How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for repeated words, the first or last sentence, or ask what the paragraph is mostly about.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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King Midas loved gold.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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King Midas wore a golden crown and had a golden scepter.

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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.

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

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

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What is a topic sentence?

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