Main Idea

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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 convey.

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What supports the main idea in a text?

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Details support the main idea by providing examples, explanations, or evidence.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Several events can change the Earth's surface.

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What is a concluding sentence?

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A concluding sentence summarizes the main idea of a paragraph.

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What can change the Earth's surface quickly?

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Volcanoes and earthquakes can change the Earth's surface quickly.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea is what the paragraph is mostly about.

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What skills do soccer players learn?

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Soccer players learn to dribble, pass, control the ball, and work together as teammates.

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What does it mean to summarize?

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

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What is the main idea of Tom's fishing story?

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Tom catches a snapping turtle while fishing.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is information that explains or adds to the main idea.