Main Idea and Details

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What is the main idea?

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The most important idea about a topic that a particular text or paragraph conveys.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A piece of information that helps explain or support the main idea.

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What question should you ask to find the main idea?

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What point is the author trying to make?

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To give a brief statement of the main points of the text.

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What is the purpose of the main idea in a text?

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To inform the reader about the central point or message.

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How can you identify supporting details in a text?

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Look for facts, examples, or explanations that relate to the main idea.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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Recycling paper saves trees from being cut down.

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

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The main idea is the central point, while supporting details provide evidence or examples.

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Why is it important to identify the main idea?

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It helps you understand the overall message of the text.