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Whats the main idea? The red angry bird was sad. He could not do any cool tricks like the other birds. He tried to go fast like the yellow bird, but he could not. He tried to drop eggs but he could not do that either.
The red angry bird was upset because he could not do tricks.
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Main Idea: Kangaroos usually live in family groups called mobs. Which is a supporting detail? A. Kangaroos are mammals. B. These mobs can be as large as 100 kangaroos. C. Babies are carried around in the mother's pouch. D. Kangaroos can be very protective and dangerous.
B. These mobs can be as large as 100 kangaroos.
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What is the topic of this passage? Every day I watch the workers drive huge tractors and push a ton of dirt. They have big cranes that help them place tall beams in the ground. The workers build walls using bricks. Every day it looks more and more like a school. Mom says I will go there in the fall.
Building new school
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The subject of the text - usually one or two words at the most.
Topic
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Where can you most often find the main idea in a passage?
In the first 2-3 sentences.
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What is the main idea: I have a dog named Boots. I taught him lots of tricks. When I tell him to, Boots will sit or lie down. He can also wave his paw to greet people. When I say, “Dance, Boots”, he will stand up on two legs and walk.
Boots knows tricks
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Main idea: Dolphins are smart animals. Which is NOT a supporting detail? A. Dolphins can easily learn tricks. B. Before performing in shows, dolphins are heavily trained. C. Many dolphins can be found off the coast of Mexico. D. Dolphins can tell when another dolphin is in trouble by the sounds they make.
C. Many dolphins can be found off the coast of Mexico.
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What is the topic: Jims dog does not like to get wet. He avoids water at all cost. When Jim has to give his dog a bath, the dog tries to run away. The dog does not even like it when it rains.
Jim's dog
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Lets the reader know what they will be reading about in the writing.
Introduction
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Name 1 of the 2 strategies you can use to help you find the main idea.
Re-read/skim the passage again OR Find what the supporting details have in common.
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What is the main idea: Niagara Falls is a very popular tourist attraction. It is on the Niagra River about halfway between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. Niagara Falls is on the American and Canadian border. The American Falls is 167 feet high. On the Canadian side, the Horseshoe Falls is 161 feet high. These are just a few of the reasons why so many people visit each year.
Niagara Falls is a very popular tourist attraction
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Main idea: Pizza is America's favorite food. Which is NOT a supporting detail? A. More pizzas are sold on New Years Eve and Day than any other day of the year. B. The average American eats nearly 22 whole pizzas in a year. C. Pizza is found in more restaurants in the US than any other single food item. D. The grease found in pizza can be very unhealthy.
D. The grease found in pizza can be very unhealthy.
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What is the topic: Gregory is my beautiful gray Persian cat. He walks with pride and grace, performing a dance of disdain as he slowly lifts and lowers each paw with the delicacy of a ballet dancer. His pride, however, does not extend to his appearance, for he spends most of his time indoors watching television and growing fat.
Gregory the cat.
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What the author wants the reader to know about the subject.
Main idea
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What is the main idea: The Erie Canal changed the way people moved goods and supplies in the mid 1800's.The 363 mile canal connected Albany, New York to Lake Erie in Buffalo for the first time. When the canal opened in 1825, building supplies and goods could be transported quickly and cheaply across New York State.Canal boats pulled by mules carried people and supplies the 363 miles.
The Erie Canal changed the way people moved goods and supplies in the mid 1800's.
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Which detail BEST supports the main idea that Ford makes the best trucks? A. Many NASCAR teams run Fords. B. They have the best selling truck in the US for 40 straight years. C. Ford trucks have been mentioned in many country music songs. D. Ford changed the looks of their trucks for 2018.
B. They have the best selling truck in the US for 40 straight years.
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What is the topic: There are many ways frome people to get from one place to another. The most common way to travel is by a motorized vehicle. If you are traveling with your family and not going far you may take a car. If you are going a longer distance with more people you may ride in a var or bus. If you need to travel through water, you would need to take a boat. Many people choose to ride in an airplane when they need to go far away and get their quickly.
Traveling
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A piece of information or example that supports the main idea.
Supporting detail