Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea of a text is what the text is mostly, or mainly, about.

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What do giraffes do when they are hurt?

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When hurt, giraffes make a low moo, something like a cow.

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What do giraffes do when they are frightened?

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When frightened, giraffes make a short, high sound.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details help prove the central idea (evidence).

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Can the main idea be implied or stated?

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True, the main idea can be implied or stated.

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What matters most according to the text about clothes and music?

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What matters most is who you are inside.

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What is the difference between main idea and theme?

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The main idea is what the text is mostly about, while the theme is the underlying message or lesson.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Giraffes do make noises.

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Why are supporting details important?

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They provide evidence and help explain the main idea.

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What does it mean if a main idea is implied?

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It means the main idea is suggested but not directly stated.