Main Idea
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9th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main idea of a text?
Back
The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey, summarizing the overall message of the text.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?
Back
You can identify the main idea by looking for the most important sentence or concept that is supported by the details in the paragraph.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are supporting details?
Back
Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of the main idea in informational text?
Back
The main idea in informational text serves to inform the reader about a specific topic or concept.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a summary?
Back
A summary is a brief statement that captures the main idea and key points of a text.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between the main idea and supporting details?
Back
The main idea is the primary concept of the text, while supporting details provide evidence or examples that elaborate on the main idea.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is it important to determine the main idea?
Back
Determining the main idea helps readers understand the text's purpose and retain the most important information.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
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