Main Idea and Details

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What is the main idea of a text?

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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 the Earth's surface is always changing?

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It means that natural events like earthquakes, floods, and volcanoes constantly alter the landscape.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a fact or example that helps explain or support the main idea.

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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 of the text, while supporting details provide evidence or examples related to that point.

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What is an example of a supporting detail for the importance of sleep?

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Seven to nine hours keeps you refreshed the next day.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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

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What is a topic sentence?

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

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How can you identify the main idea in a text?

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Look for repeated themes, the topic sentence, or the conclusion of the text.

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What is the purpose of supporting details?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples to clarify and strengthen the main idea.

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What is an example of a main idea about giraffes?

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Giraffes do make noises.