Main Idea

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details help prove the central idea (evidence).

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What is the central idea of a passage/text?

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The central idea is what the text is mostly or mainly about.

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What supports the main idea?

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Details support the main idea.

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Do you have to make inferences to figure out the theme of a story?

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Yes.

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Can the main idea be implied or stated?

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True.

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What is the purpose of supporting details in a text?

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To provide evidence and information that reinforces the central idea.

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How can you identify the main idea of a text?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the text or the most important point.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning.

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What is the difference between a stated main idea and an implied main idea?

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A stated main idea is directly expressed in the text, while an implied main idea is suggested and requires interpretation.

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Why are details important in understanding a text?

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Details provide context and support for the main idea, helping readers understand the text better.