Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a text?

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

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are words, phrases, or sentences that provide more information about 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 of the paragraph.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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In a story about a dog learning tricks, the main idea could be: 'The dog learns many new tricks with the help of its owner.'

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What is the purpose of supporting details?

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

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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.

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

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The main idea is the primary message of the text, while supporting details provide additional information that backs up the main idea.

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How do you find the main idea in a story?

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Identify the character's actions and the events that lead to the conclusion to determine the main idea.

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What is an example of supporting details?

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In a paragraph about a birthday party, supporting details could include the activities, food, and guests present.

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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.