Central Idea - HMH

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The central idea of nonfiction text is what the text is mostly about.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the central idea.

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What is another term for supporting details?

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Text Evidence.

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What is the purpose of the main idea in a text?

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The main idea summarizes the primary point or message of the text.

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How can you identify the central idea of a text?

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Look for repeated themes, key phrases, and the overall message conveyed by the author.

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What is an example of a supporting detail for the main idea 'Frogs are amazing jumpers'?

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Frogs have long, powerful legs which help them leap long distances.

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What does the term 'text evidence' refer to?

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Text evidence refers to specific details from the text that support the main idea or claims made.

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Why are microchips important?

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Microchips provide power and control for various devices, including computers, cameras, and robots.

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

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The main idea is the primary message of the text, while supporting details provide evidence and examples that back up the main idea.

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What is a good strategy for finding the main idea of a paragraph?

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Summarize the paragraph in one sentence to capture the main point.