Main Idea

Front

What is the main idea of a text?

Back

The main idea is the most important point or concept that the author wants to convey in a passage.

Front

True or False: The main idea does not need supporting details.

Back

False

Front

What is an example of a main idea?

Back

In a paragraph about a birthday party, the main idea could be 'Charles had a great birthday.'

Front

What does the main idea help the reader understand?

Back

The main idea helps the reader grasp the overall message or theme of the text.

Front

True or False: The main idea can be found in the first sentence of a paragraph.

Back

True, but it can also be found in other parts of the paragraph.

Front

What are supporting details?

Back

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

Front

How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

Back

Look for repeated themes, the first or last sentence, or a summary of the content.

Front

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

Back

The main idea is the central point, while supporting details provide evidence or examples to back up that point.

Front

What is a topic sentence?

Back

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

Front

Why is understanding the main idea important?

Back

Understanding the main idea helps readers comprehend the text and retain information.