Finding the Main Idea

Front

What is the main idea of a text?

Back

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

Front

How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?

Back

Look for the topic sentence, which usually states the main idea, and pay attention to supporting details.

Front

What is a supporting detail?

Back

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

Front

Why is it important to identify the main idea?

Back

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

Front

What is a summary?

Back

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

Front

What does it mean to infer the main idea?

Back

Inferring the main idea means to understand the main point based on clues and details in the text, even if it is not directly stated.

Front

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

Back

The topic is the subject of the text, while the main idea is what the author wants to say about that topic.

Front

How can questions help in finding the main idea?

Back

Asking questions about the text can guide you to focus on important information that reveals the main idea.

Front

What role do transitions play in understanding the main idea?

Back

Transitions help connect ideas and can indicate shifts in the main idea or supporting details.

Front

What is a theme?

Back

A theme is a central idea or message in a piece of writing, often reflecting a broader concept.