Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to share.

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What does it mean to identify the main idea?

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To identify the main idea means to find the central point or theme of a text.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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An example of a main idea is: 'Dogs are great pets.'

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What is a supporting detail?

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

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How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?

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You can find the main idea by looking for the topic sentence or the sentence that summarizes the paragraph.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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

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The main idea is the overall message, while supporting details provide evidence or examples for that message.

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Why is it important to know the main idea?

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Knowing the main idea helps you understand the text better and remember what you read.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that includes the main idea and key details of a text.

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Can a main idea be a single word?

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No, a main idea is usually a complete thought or sentence, not just a single word.