Main ideas and Supporting Details

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or the most important concept that the text is conveying.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are words, phrases, or sentences that tell more about the main idea.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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Seven to nine hours keeps you refreshed the next day.

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What does 'objective' mean in writing?

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Objective means no opinions or reactions, just the facts.

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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the overall message or concept of the paragraph.

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What is the purpose of supporting details?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples that reinforce the main idea.

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What is a key detail in a story?

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A key detail is an important piece of information that supports the main idea or theme.

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

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The main idea is the primary concept, while supporting details provide additional information about that concept.

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How can you tell if a detail is relevant to the main idea?

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A relevant detail directly relates to and helps explain or support the main idea.

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What is an example of a main idea in a text about pets?

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Mary’s new pet is a kitten.