Reading Pretest

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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. It usually appears at the beginning of the paragraph.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea is the central point or concept that the paragraph discusses. It summarizes what the paragraph is about.

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What are supporting details?

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

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What does it mean to summarize a paragraph?

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To summarize a paragraph means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas in your own words.

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What is the purpose of reading?

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The purpose of reading can include gaining knowledge, learning new things, entertainment, and improving skills.

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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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You can identify the main idea by looking for the topic sentence and considering the supporting details that relate to it.

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What is a well-behaved class?

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A well-behaved class is one where students listen to the teacher, follow rules, and show respect to each other.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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An example of a supporting detail is a fact or statement that provides evidence for the main idea, such as 'Soccer players learn how to dribble and pass the ball.'

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What does it mean for a detail to not fit in a paragraph?

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A detail that does not fit in a paragraph is one that does not relate to or support the main idea or topic sentence.

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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 overall point of the paragraph, while supporting details provide evidence or examples that explain or reinforce the main idea.