Main Idea 6th

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is what the passage is mostly about.

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What does a supporting detail do?

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A supporting detail explains and helps to clarify the main idea.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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There are many fun things to do at the beach.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a paragraph?

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The conclusion wraps up the main idea and supporting details.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence states the main idea of a paragraph.

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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that conveys the overall message or point.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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Swimming, snorkeling, and playing beach volleyball are supporting details about fun activities at the beach.

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What does it mean to infer information from a text?

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To infer means to draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning.