Main Idea

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What is the main idea?

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The main idea is what the story is mostly about.

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What does it mean when we say 'Horses are fragile animals'?

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It means that horses can easily get hurt or sick.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Bobby had fun with his friends.

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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 in the story.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is information that helps explain or support the main idea.

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How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that tells what the paragraph is mostly about.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a short retelling of the main points of a story.

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What does 'Brandon had a birthday party' tell us?

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It tells us the main idea of what happened during Brandon's birthday.

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Why is it important to know the main idea?

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Knowing the main idea helps us understand the story better.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point that the author wants to communicate.