Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What is the Richter scale used for?

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The Richter scale is used to measure the intensity of earthquakes.

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What happens during an earthquake with a magnitude over 5.0?

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Earthquakes over 5.0 can cause damage.

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What is Scrabble?

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Scrabble is a game where players build words using letter tiles.

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How does Scrabble help players?

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Scrabble helps players learn new words and their meanings.

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What is the difference between theme and main idea?

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Theme is a universal lesson, while the main idea is what a story is about.

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What should you do to find the main idea of a text?

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Think like the author and consider the overall message.

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What is an example of a main idea in a birthday story?

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Charles had a great birthday.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are facts or examples that help explain the main idea.

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Why is it important to identify the main idea?

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Identifying the main idea helps you understand the text better.