Central Idea

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea is what the passage is mostly about.

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What does it mean to support an idea in a paragraph?

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To support means to hold up and help explain the main idea.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail explains or gives more information about the main idea.

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea is the central point or message the author wants to convey.

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How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the overall message or theme.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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There are many fun things to do at the beach.

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What is a detail in a story?

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A detail is a piece of information that adds to the main idea.

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What is the purpose of the main idea?

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The main idea helps readers understand the focus of the text.

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What is a summary?

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

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What is the difference between the main idea and supporting details?

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The main idea is the central point, while supporting details provide evidence or examples.