Main Idea

Main Idea

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English

5th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea of a text?

Back

The main idea is the central 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 poem?

Back

Look for the overall theme or message that the poem communicates, often found in the title or repeated ideas.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are supporting details?

Back

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a summary?

Back

A summary is a brief statement that captures the main idea and key details of a text.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is it important to understand the main idea?

Back

Understanding the main idea helps readers grasp the overall message and purpose of the text.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

The topic is the subject of the text, while the main idea is what the author wants to say about that topic.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?

Back

Look for the topic sentence, which often contains the main idea, and consider the supporting details.

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