Main Idea

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What is the central idea of a text?

Back

The central idea of a text is what the text is mostly or mainly about.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What supports the main idea in a text?

Back

Details support the main idea in a text.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What does the main idea tell you about a text?

Back

The main idea tells you what the text is mostly or mainly about.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What is an example of a central idea for a book titled 'Eat Your Fruits and Vegetables'?

Back

It's important to eat vegetables and fruit.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

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What is the difference between the main idea and supporting details?

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The main idea is the primary point of the text, while supporting details provide evidence or examples that explain or elaborate on the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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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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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a fact, example, or description that helps explain or reinforce the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

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Why is it important to understand the main idea of a text?

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

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that captures the main idea and key details of a text.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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How can questions help in finding the main idea?

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Asking questions about the text can guide readers to focus on the most important information.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2