Main Idea and key details

Main Idea and key details

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English

1st - 5th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the MAIN IDEA of a text?

Back

The MAIN IDEA tells what the text is mainly about.

2.

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.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to summarize a text?

Back

To summarize a text means to give a short version of the main idea and key details.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a main idea?

Back

Frogs are amazing jumpers.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a supporting detail for the main idea 'Frogs are amazing jumpers'?

Back

Frogs have long, powerful legs which help them leap long distances.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is NOT a supporting detail for the main idea 'There are many famous skateboarders in the United States'?

Back

The trick called the 'Ollie' was created in the 1970’s.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of the main idea in a text?

Back

The main idea gives the reader a clear understanding of what the text is about.

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