Main ideas and supporting details

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English
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5th - 6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a main idea?
Back
The main idea is the central point or the most important concept of a text.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are supporting details?
Back
Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that explain or enhance the main idea.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?
Back
Look for the sentence that summarizes the overall message or theme of the paragraph.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of supporting details?
Back
Supporting details provide evidence and context to help clarify and strengthen the main idea.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does it mean when a supporting detail doesn't fit?
Back
It means that the detail does not relate to or support the main idea of the text.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a main idea and a supporting detail.
Back
Main Idea: Dogs are great pets. Supporting Detail: They are loyal and protective.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a topic sentence?
Back
A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.
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