Main Idea Concept Check

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Key paragraphs for main idea?

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The first and last paragraphs.

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Definition of subject related to main idea?

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The topic the material is about.

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Locate the SUBJECT of a paragraph by previewing the title, headings, first/last sentences, key words, and repeated words.

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Preview the title, headings, first and last sentences, key words, and repeated words.

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Define main idea.

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what an author has to say about a subject - the message.

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Formula for MAIN IDEA:

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Subject + what the author says = MI

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STATED MAIN IDEA:

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The author explicitly states the main idea.

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IMPLIED MAIN IDEA:

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An idea that needs to be inferred.

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Finding an implied main idea involves locating the subject, gathering supporting details, and inferring how details relate to the subject.

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All of the above

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Essential reading skill for implied main idea?

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Inferencing

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When an idea is too broad...

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Too big leaving lots of questions.