Main Idea and Supporting Details

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9th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main idea of a paragraph?
Back
The main idea of a paragraph is the central point or message that the author wants to convey, summarizing the overall content.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?
Back
To identify the main idea, look for the topic sentence, which often states the main point, and consider the supporting details that elaborate on it.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are supporting details?
Back
Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain, clarify, or reinforce the main idea of a paragraph.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is it important to understand the main idea and supporting details?
Back
Understanding the main idea and supporting details helps readers comprehend the text better and enhances their ability to summarize and analyze information.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a topic sentence?
Back
A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph, usually found at the beginning or end of the paragraph.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role do examples play in supporting details?
Back
Examples serve as specific instances that illustrate and clarify the supporting details, making the main idea more understandable.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can context clues help in identifying the main idea?
Back
Context clues, such as keywords and phrases, can provide hints about the main idea and help readers infer the central message of the paragraph.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
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