Main Idea

1. Look for a main idea sentence

1.1. The Main Idea sentence is generally found in the beginning of the paragraph but sometimes can be found in the end

2. Don't get the Main idea confused with the central idea

2.1. The central idea is a extended version of the main idea

2.2. It can be found thew same way as the main idea

3. How to Find it

3.1. Ask yourself what the point the author is trying to make is

3.2. Look for a general statement

3.3. Think of it as an umbrella idea

3.4. Use key words