Key Details

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What are key details?

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Key details are important pieces of information that support the main idea of a text.

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Why are key details important?

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Key details help us understand the main idea.

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What is a synonym for 'fiercely'?

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Brutally.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The central message or point that the author wants to convey.

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What is NOT a key detail?

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Words or phrases that help us understand the story.

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What do key details answer?

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They answer questions like who, what, when, where, and why.

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What is an example of a key detail?

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A fact or statement that provides support for the main idea.

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How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the overall message.

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

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Key details provide evidence and support for the main idea.

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What is a central message?

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The main point or argument that an author is trying to make.