Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a story?

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

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What is a cause in a sentence?

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A cause is the reason why something happens.

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What is an effect in a sentence?

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An effect is what happens as a result of a cause.

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Identify the cause: 'Because it was sunny, we went to the park.'

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The cause is 'it was sunny.'

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Identify the effect: 'She studied hard, so she passed the test.'

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The effect is 'she passed the test.'

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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 points.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are facts or examples that help explain or support the main idea.

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What is the purpose of a glossary in a book?

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A glossary provides definitions of important terms used in the book.

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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A fact is something that can be proven true, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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What is a theme in a story?

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A theme is the underlying message or lesson that the story conveys.