Main Idea

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or quotes 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 a detail that does not support the main idea called?

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An irrelevant detail.

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True or False: Key details are important for understanding the main idea.

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True

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What role do supporting details play in a text?

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They provide evidence and context to help the reader understand and believe the main idea.

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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 is the difference between the main idea and supporting details?

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The main idea is the overall message, while supporting details provide evidence and examples to back up that message.

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What type of details can be considered supporting details?

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Quotes, facts, and examples found within the text.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize means to give a brief statement of the main points of the text.