Main idea and details

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What is the main idea of a text?

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

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Where can you find the main idea in a text?

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You can often find the main idea at the beginning or the end of the text.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts or examples that help explain or prove the main idea.

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What is a topic sentence?

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

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Why is it important to identify the main idea?

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Identifying the main idea helps you understand what the text is about.

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What does it mean to support a main idea?

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To support a main idea means to provide details or examples that explain or back up that idea.

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Can a main idea change in a text?

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Yes, the main idea can change as the text progresses or if new information is introduced.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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An example of a main idea is: 'Dogs make great pets because they are loyal and friendly.'

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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An example of a supporting detail is: 'Dogs can be trained to help people with disabilities.'

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What should you do before reading a passage?

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You should think about what the main idea might be.