Main idea and Supporting Details
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English
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5th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main idea of a text?
Back
The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.
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CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are supporting details?
Back
Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why do we need supporting details?
Back
Supporting details provide evidence and clarity to the main idea, making it easier for readers to understand.
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CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.1
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a main idea?
Back
"Recycling helps the environment."
Tags
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a supporting detail for the main idea 'Recycling helps the environment'?
Back
"Recycling reduces the amount of waste in landfills."
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CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.1
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
True or False: A main idea can stand alone without supporting details.
Back
False.
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CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between main ideas and supporting details?
Back
Supporting details explain, clarify, or provide evidence for the main idea.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.1
CCSS.RL.6.2
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