Main idea and details

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to communicate.

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What are supporting details?

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

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Why is it important to find the main idea?

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Finding the main idea helps you understand what the text is mostly about.

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What question can help you find the main idea?

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Ask yourself, 'What point is the author trying to make?'

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Can the main idea exist without supporting details?

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No, the main idea usually needs supporting details to be clear.

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What is an example of a supporting detail?

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An example of a supporting detail is 'Seven to nine hours keeps you refreshed the next day.'

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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 idea and key details.

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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 or examples.

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How can you tell if you have found the main idea?

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If you can explain the text in one sentence, you have likely found the main idea.

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What is a good strategy for finding supporting details?

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Look for facts or examples that explain or relate to the main idea.