Main Ideas

Main Ideas

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English

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a main idea?

Back

The main idea is the most important point or concept that the author wants to convey in a text.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

Back

Look for the sentence that summarizes the overall message or theme of the paragraph.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a supporting detail?

Back

Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to summarize a text?

Back

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

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of a topic sentence?

Back

A topic sentence introduces the main idea of a paragraph.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a text structure?

Back

Text structure refers to how information is organized in a text, such as sequence, cause and effect, or problem-solution.

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