Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea is what the passage is mostly about.

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Do you need to make inferences to figure out the theme of a story?

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Yes, making inferences helps to understand the theme.

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What does it mean when a sentence implies a main idea?

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It suggests the central point or message of the text.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Jenny wants to be a nurse.

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What is the definition of 'theme'?

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The theme is the underlying message or lesson of a story.

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Can a main idea be different from the theme?

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Yes, the main idea is what the text is about, while the theme is the deeper message.

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What is an example of a theme in a story?

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Friendship is important.

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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 key point.

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What is the purpose of the main idea in a text?

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To convey the primary message or point to the reader.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail provides evidence or examples that back up the main idea.