Main Idea

Main Idea

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English

2nd Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea of a story?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is it important to identify the main idea?

Back

Identifying the main idea helps readers understand the overall message and focus on key details.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a supporting detail?

Back

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?

Back

Look for the topic sentence, which often states the main idea, and pay attention to the supporting details.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to summarize a text?

Back

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

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a topic sentence?

Back

A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can a main idea be a single word?

Back

No, a main idea is usually a complete thought or sentence that conveys a message.

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