Main Idea & Details

Main Idea & Details

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English

5th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main (or central) idea?

Back

The main idea is what the text is mostly about.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a main idea?

Back

Mount Rushmore is a carving in a stone cliff.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What do details provide in a text?

Back

Details give important information to support the main idea.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of supporting details?

Back

Supporting details help explain or elaborate on the main idea.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea of a story?

Back

The main idea of a story is the primary point or message the author wants to convey.

6.

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.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a supporting detail?

Back

A supporting detail is a fact or example that helps explain or support the main idea.

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