Identifying the Main Idea
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3rd - 5th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main idea of a passage?
Back
The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.
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CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify the main idea of a passage?
Back
Look for the topic sentence, which often summarizes the main point, and consider the supporting details.
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CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a topic sentence?
Back
A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why are details important in understanding the main idea?
Back
Details provide support and context for the main idea, helping to clarify and explain it.
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.1
CCSS.RL.5.1
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to summarize a passage?
Back
To summarize means to give a brief statement of the main points of a text.
Tags
CCSS.RI.4.9
CCSS.RI.5.9
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a main idea?
Back
"Dogs are loyal pets" is a main idea that could be supported by details about dogs' behavior.
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.1
CCSS.RL.5.1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a supporting detail?
Back
Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or prove the main idea.
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RL.3.1
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.5.1
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