Main Idea & Supporting Details

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The big idea of the text.

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What are supporting details?

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Facts or examples that help explain or support the main idea.

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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Jake's family went on a camping trip.

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What is NOT a supporting detail?

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The main idea of the text.

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Why is it important to identify the main idea?

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It helps you understand the overall message of the text.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To give a brief statement of the main points.

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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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How can you find supporting details in a text?

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Look for facts, examples, or descriptions that relate to the main idea.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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Niagra Falls is located on the American and Canadian border.