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Which of the following is true about identifying the main idea in a paragraph?
Which of the following is true about identifying the main idea in a paragraph?
- The main idea is never clearly stated in the text
- The main idea can be inferred or implied (correct)
- The main idea can only be found through hints in the paragraph
- The main idea is always clearly stated in the text
What should you ask yourself after reading a paragraph to determine the main idea?
What should you ask yourself after reading a paragraph to determine the main idea?
- What is the author's name?
- What is the author's favorite color?
- What is the author's purpose? (correct)
- What is the author's opinion?
How can you determine if you have selected the correct main idea of a paragraph?
How can you determine if you have selected the correct main idea of a paragraph?
- By comparing your answer to a friend's answer
- By searching for the main idea online
- By asking the author for confirmation
- By summarizing the information in the passage in your own words (correct)
Where are main ideas often found?
Where are main ideas often found?
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How can an implied main idea be found in a paragraph?
How can an implied main idea be found in a paragraph?
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