What is the main idea of a text?
Main Idea

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The main idea is what the text is mostly or mainly about.
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What is a central idea?
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A central idea is the most important point or concept that the author wants to convey in a text.
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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?
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Look for the sentence that summarizes the overall message or theme of the paragraph.
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What is an example of a main idea?
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An example of a main idea is: 'There are many fun things to do at the beach.'
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What does it mean to summarize a text?
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To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas.
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What is a supporting detail?
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A supporting detail is a piece of information that helps explain or support the main idea.
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How do you find supporting details in a text?
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Look for facts, examples, or descriptions that relate to the main idea.
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