Central Idea & Relevant Details

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What is the central idea of a passage?

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The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

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What are details in a passage?

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Details are pieces of information that support or explain the central idea.

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How can you identify the main idea of a text?

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Look for the most important point that the author is trying to communicate, often found in the first or last sentence.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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There are many types of exercise.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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Taking a walk is a form of exercise.

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What are the four characteristics of living things?

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Living things need water, food, and air; they grow and change; they move on their own; they reproduce.

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What does it mean for living things to reproduce?

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Reproduce means to make more of themselves, like plants and animals do.

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What do all living things need to survive?

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All living things need water, food, and air to survive.

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What is a fun way to exercise?

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Playing a sport is a fun way to be active.

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What is the purpose of exercise?

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Exercise helps you feel better, lose weight, and grow stronger.