Main Idea vs Topic

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What is a topic?

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A topic is the subject or main idea that is being discussed or written about.

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What is a main idea?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey about the topic.

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Is 'Dogs are great pets' a topic or a main idea?

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Main idea.

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Is 'The solar system' a topic or a main idea?

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Topic.

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What does it mean to identify the main idea?

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It means to find the most important point that the text is trying to communicate.

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How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the main point or the most important information.

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Is 'The life cycle of a butterfly' a topic or a main idea?

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Topic.

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Is 'Many animals migrate for food' a topic or a main idea?

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Main idea.

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What is an example of a topic?

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An example of a topic is 'Healthy eating'.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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An example of a main idea is 'Eating fruits and vegetables helps you stay healthy.'