Main Idea & Details

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is what the text is mostly about.

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What is a key detail?

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A key detail is a specific piece of information that supports the main idea.

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True or False: The main idea is the same as a key detail.

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False

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What does it mean to support a main idea?

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Supporting details provide evidence or examples that explain or reinforce the main idea.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Benjamin Franklin worked hard to make his city a great place to live.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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Seven to nine hours of sleep keeps you refreshed the next day.

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What can help identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for repeated themes or statements that summarize the content.

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What is the purpose of details in a text?

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Details help to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for the main idea.

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How can you tell if a detail is important?

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If it helps to explain or support the main idea, it is important.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that captures the main idea and key details of a text.