Main Idea Practice

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey in a paragraph.

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What are supporting details?

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

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Why are supporting details important?

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They provide evidence and context to help the reader understand and believe the main idea.

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What question should you ask to find the main idea?

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What point is the author trying to make?

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True or False: The main idea can stand alone without supporting details.

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False

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What is an example of a supporting detail for the main idea 'Subway is a healthier option than McDonald’s'?

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Subway uses fresh ingredients whereas McDonald’s has fried foods.

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What is the purpose of a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence introduces the main idea of a paragraph.

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How can you identify the main idea in a text?

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Look for repeated themes, the topic sentence, and the conclusion.

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What is a key detail?

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A key detail is an important fact that supports the main idea.

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True or False: Key details are not necessary for understanding the main idea.

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False