Supporting Details

What is another name for the main idea of a paragraph?

• Supporting detail

• Topic sentence

• Conclusion

• Introduction

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What is the purpose of supporting details in a paragraph?

• To introduce a new topic

• To summarize the paragraph

• To support and develop the main idea

• To provide a conclusion

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

In the table analogy, what do the legs of the table represent?

• The main idea

• The conclusion

• The supporting details

• The introduction

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Which of the following is NOT listed as a main type of supporting detail?

• Descriptions

• Vocabulary

• Opinions

• Proof

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

What can a writer use in a description to help paint a vivid picture for the reader?

• Only facts and statistics

• The five senses and metaphors

• Personal opinions and beliefs

• Only direct quotes

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the purpose of using vocabulary as a supporting detail?

• To make the writing longer

• To confuse the reader

• To clarify meaning and prevent distraction

• To introduce new topics

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

What type of supporting detail includes facts, statistics, and dates?

• Voices

• Explanation

• Proof

• Importance

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is a common mistake when writing supporting details in a paper?

• Providing too many details

• Not providing enough specific details

• Using too much vocabulary

• Staying too focused on the main point

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

What happens to a main point if the supporting details are vague?

• It becomes stronger

• It becomes clearer

• It becomes wobbly

• It becomes more interesting

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is the key to making your writing greatly improve, according to the video's summary?

• Using only short sentences

• Making details vague and generic

• Ensuring details are specific, creative, and focused on the main point

• Avoiding all descriptions

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.6.2