Pre-Flashcard Main Idea and Details

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What is the MAIN IDEA of a passage?

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

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How can you identify the main idea in a text?

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The main idea can often be found in the title or in the opening paragraph of the text.

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What is a supporting detail?

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

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What does it mean when we say the main idea is 'mostly' about something?

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It means that the main idea covers the primary focus of the text, but there may be other related points.

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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 of the text, while supporting details provide evidence or examples that back up the main idea.

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What is the purpose of a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence introduces the main idea of a paragraph.

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Can a passage have more than one main idea?

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Typically, a passage has one main idea, but it can have multiple supporting details.

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What is the role of the conclusion in a text?

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The conclusion summarizes the main idea and supporting details, reinforcing the overall message.

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Why is it important to identify the main idea?

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Identifying the main idea helps readers understand the text's purpose and retain key information.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Dogs are great pets because they are loyal and can learn tricks.