Main idea and details

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the main idea of a text?
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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to communicate.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are supporting details?
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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or support the main idea.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why is it important to find the main idea?
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Finding the main idea helps you understand what the text is mostly about.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What question can help you find the main idea?
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Ask yourself, 'What point is the author trying to make?'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Can the main idea exist without supporting details?
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No, the main idea usually needs supporting details to be clear.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an example of a supporting detail?
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An example of a supporting detail is 'Seven to nine hours keeps you refreshed the next day.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does it mean to summarize a text?
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To summarize means to give a brief statement of the main idea and key details.
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