Main Idea & Supporting Details

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What is the main idea of a text?

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

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What are supporting details?

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

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that cannot be proven.

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Where can you typically find the main idea in a paragraph?

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The main idea can be found in various places, often in the first or last sentence, but it can also be spread throughout the paragraph.

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What is the purpose of an author's writing?

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The author's purpose can be to inform, entertain, persuade, or express feelings.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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How can you identify supporting details in a text?

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Supporting details can be identified by looking for examples, facts, or explanations that relate to the main idea.

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What is the relationship between the main idea and supporting details?

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Supporting details provide evidence and context that help clarify and explain the main idea.

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What is an example of a fact?

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An example of a fact is 'The Earth revolves around the Sun.'