Main idea

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the most important idea about a topic or a story.

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What supports the main idea in a text?

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Details support the main idea.

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Do giraffes make noises?

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Yes, giraffes do make noises.

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What sound do giraffes make when they are hurt?

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Giraffes make a low moo when they are hurt.

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What sound do giraffes make when they are frightened?

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Giraffes make a short, high sound when they are frightened.

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What can change the Earth's surface?

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Earthquakes, floods, and volcanoes can change the Earth's surface.

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What is a detail in a text?

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A detail is a piece of information that supports the main idea.

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Why is it important to identify the main idea?

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Identifying the main idea helps understand the overall message of the text.

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What happens during an earthquake?

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The ground shakes and can cause changes to the Earth's surface.

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What is an example of a natural disaster?

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An earthquake is an example of a natural disaster.