Main Idea and Supporting Details

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What is the main idea of a text?

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

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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 main idea.

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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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Mary’s new pet is a kitten.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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Mary plays with her kitten when it is awake.

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Can a main idea have multiple supporting details?

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Yes, a main idea can have as many supporting details as needed to explain it.

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What does the term 'idea' mean?

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An idea refers to a thought or a topic.

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What is the relationship between main ideas and supporting details?

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Supporting details provide evidence or examples that clarify and strengthen the main idea.

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What is a common mistake when identifying the main idea?

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Confusing the main idea with a supporting detail.

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Why is it important to understand the main idea?

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Understanding the main idea helps readers grasp the overall message of the text.