Key Details

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What is a key detail?

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A key detail is an important piece of information that supports 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 of a story or text.

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What does a key detail help us find out?

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Key details help us find out the main idea of the story.

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What is the main idea?

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

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How do key details relate to the main idea?

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Key details provide supporting information that explains or illustrates the main idea.

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What is an example of a key detail about Mount Rushmore?

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An example of a key detail is that the faces of four U.S. presidents are carved into the stone.

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What is NOT a key detail?

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Words or phrases that help us understand the story are not considered key details.

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What type of information do key details provide?

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Key details provide specific information that supports and clarifies the main idea.

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Can key details be found in every paragraph?

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Yes, key details can often be found in every paragraph to support the main idea.

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What is the difference between a key detail and a supporting detail?

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A key detail is a specific piece of information that directly supports the main idea, while supporting details provide additional context or examples.