Finding the Main Idea
5th Grade · ELA · 30 min· Ccss Ri.5.2
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Learning Objective
I can determine the main idea of a text and explain how it is supported by key details.
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The topic of a paragraph is the simplest description of what the paragraph is about, while the main idea expresses the most general idea that the writer wants the reader to take away.
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The main idea is always stated in complete sentences, and it can often be found in the first, middle, or last part of a paragraph.
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When trying to identify the main idea, ask yourself what is the main thing that is being said about the topic.
