Main Idea & Details

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea is what the story is mostly about.

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Is 'Animals' a main idea?

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False

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What is a supporting detail for getting enough sleep?

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Seven to nine hours keeps you refreshed the next day.

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What is an example of a topic?

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Electric cars.

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What is the main idea of the following text: 'There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.'

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There are many fun things to do at the beach.

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What does 'supporting detail' mean?

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A supporting detail is a piece of information that explains or adds to the main idea.

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What is the difference between a main idea and a detail?

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The main idea is the central point of a text, while details provide information that supports or explains the main idea.

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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.

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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 an example of a main idea?

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Dogs are great pets.