Main Idea and Details

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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

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What is a detail in a passage?

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A detail is a specific piece of information that supports the main idea.

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How can you identify the main idea of a passage?

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Look for the topic sentence, which often summarizes the main point, and consider the details that support it.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a fact, example, or description that helps explain or reinforce the main idea.

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What is the purpose of a title in a passage?

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The title gives readers a preview of the main idea or topic of the passage.

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What does it mean to summarize a passage?

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To summarize means to give a brief statement of the main points of the passage.

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What is the difference between hibernation and brumation?

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Hibernation is a state of sleep for warm-blooded animals, while brumation is a similar state for cold-blooded animals.

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Why is it important to understand the main idea and details?

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Understanding the main idea and details helps readers comprehend the text and retain important information.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Prairie dogs are social animals who survive by working together.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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Prairie dogs often greet one another with a nose-to-nose nuzzle.