Main Idea 1st Grade

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea is what the book or passage is mostly about.

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Where can you find the title of a book?

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The title is usually found on the front cover of a book.

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Can pictures help you understand the main idea?

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Yes, you can make predictions of the main idea by using clues from pictures.

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What can the title of a book give you?

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The title can give you clues to figure out the main idea.

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Why is knowing the main idea useful?

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The main idea tells what the book is mostly about.

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What does 'main idea' mean?

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The main idea is the most important point or message in a text.

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Can the main idea be found in the first sentence of a paragraph?

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Sometimes, the main idea can be found in the first sentence.

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What is a supporting detail?

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

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How can you find the main idea in a story?

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Look for repeated themes, the title, and supporting details.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that tells the main idea and key details.