Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea is what the story is mostly about.

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The main idea is NOT...

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A summary of the story.

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True or False: Key details should support your main idea.

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True.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Missy checked out a new book.

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What is the main idea of this statement: 'Bobby had fun with his friends'?

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Bobby had fun with his friends.

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What does 'main idea' mean?

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The most important point or message in a story.

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What is a summary?

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A brief statement that gives the main points of a story.

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What is the purpose of key details in a story?

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To support and explain the main idea.

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How can you find the main idea of a story?

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Look for what the story is mostly about and the key details.

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What is the difference between a main idea and a summary?

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The main idea is the most important point, while a summary is a brief overview of the story.