What does it mean to summarize a text?

To summarize a text means to restate the main points in your own words.

What is the purpose of a topic sentence?

A topic sentence introduces the main idea of a paragraph.

How can supporting details enhance a topic sentence?

Supporting details provide evidence and examples that reinforce the main idea presented in the topic sentence.

What is the relationship between the main idea and supporting details?

The main idea is the overarching concept, while supporting details provide the necessary information to back up that concept.

What is an example of a strong supporting detail?

She got into law school and became a lawyer even though no one believed in her.

Why is it important to identify the main idea in a text?

Identifying the main idea helps readers understand the text's purpose and the author's message.

What is the difference between a main idea and a theme?

The main idea is the specific point of a text, while the theme is a broader message or moral that can be derived from the text.

How can context clues help in finding the main idea?

Context clues, such as the surrounding sentences and paragraphs, can provide hints about the main idea by highlighting key concepts and themes.

Main Idea

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10th Grade

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Hard

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CCSS

RL.11-12.2, RL.9-10.2, RI. 9-10.2

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea of a text?

Back

The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey to the reader.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

TRUE or FALSE: The main idea is always what a text is mostly about.

Back

FALSE

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a supporting detail?

Back

A supporting detail is a piece of information that helps to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following best supports the topic sentence: 'Dora the Explorer is an educational show for kids'?

Back

Dora helps teach kids Spanish words.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a good topic sentence for a paragraph about basketball?

Back

Basketball is an athletic sport.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is one hint for determining the main idea of a text?

Back

Look for repeated words, phrases, or ideas.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is NOT a hint for determining the main idea?

Back

Make a guess.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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