
Determining the Main Idea

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English
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2nd - 7th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main idea of a text?
Back
The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why do people think gorillas are mean?
Back
People think gorillas are mean because of their large size and portrayal in movies.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to determine the main idea?
Back
Determining the main idea means identifying the central point or message of a passage.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can school uniforms help students?
Back
School uniforms can help students by reducing the pressure to buy expensive clothes and allowing them to focus on their studies.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What should you look for to find the main idea in a nonfiction text?
Back
Look for headings, subheadings, and the title to help identify the main idea.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a supporting detail?
Back
Supporting details are facts or examples that help explain or support the main idea.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the central idea of a paragraph?
Back
The central idea is the main point that the paragraph is trying to communicate.
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