Main Idea and Details

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What is the central idea of a passage/text?

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The central idea is what the text is mostly or mainly about.

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What text structure would you use to teach someone how to tie their laces?

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How to Sequence.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are evidence and prove the central idea.

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What is the main idea of a passage about soccer being known as football?

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Soccer is a worldwide sport.

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What might be the central idea of a book titled 'Eat Your Fruits and Vegetables'?

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It's important to eat vegetables and fruit.

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What is a main idea?

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The main idea is the primary point or concept that the author wants to convey.

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How do supporting details help in understanding the main idea?

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They provide evidence and examples that clarify and reinforce the main idea.

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What is a text structure?

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A text structure is the way information is organized in a text.

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What is an example of a descriptive text structure?

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A descriptive text structure provides details about a person, place, or thing.

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What is the purpose of a 'How to Sequence' text structure?

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To explain the steps needed to complete a task or process.