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Module Two By: Christopher K. Shumaker

Main idea module two

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This module on finding the main idea of a reading selection focuses on the idea of a general idea versus a specific idea.

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Module Two

By: Christopher K. Shumaker

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There are several ways for you to find the main idea.

main idea = topic + controlling idea

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main idea is a general statement

followed by supporting details

the

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There are many things that can be done while sitting in your living room.

You can read a book.

Also, you can work from your laptop.

Finally, you can watch television.

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While laying out to get sun, there are several ways to protect yourself from its harmful UV rays.

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Women are less likely than men to become full professors.

Women who become professors are generally paid less than their male counterparts.

Women often face discrimination in the field of education.

Female professors are not given an equal number of important committee assignments.

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Women are less likely than men to become full professors.

Women who become professors are generally paid less than their male counterparts.

Women often face discrimination in the field of education.

Female professors are not given an equal number of important committee assignments.