Understanding Paragraph;recognizing Supporting Details

UNDERSTANDING PARAGRAPH

(Recognizing Supporting Details)

Supporting details are those facts and ideas that prove and example the main idea of a paragraph. While all details in a paragraph do support the main idea, not all details are equally important. As you read, try to identify and pay attention to the most-important details. Pay less attention to details of lesser importance. The key details directly explain the main idea. Other details may provide additional information, offer an example, or further explain one of the key details.

Most Important------------------>Least Important