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ENG7 - Q4-Lesson 2 - Getting The Main Idea & The QSP

The document outlines a lesson plan focused on teaching students how to identify the main idea in texts, including problem-solution expository texts. It provides strategies for finding the main idea, such as reading thoroughly, identifying the topic, and summarizing the text. Additionally, it includes activities for students to practice quoting, summarizing, and paraphrasing to understand the main concepts better.

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ENG7 - Q4-Lesson 2 - Getting The Main Idea & The QSP

The document outlines a lesson plan focused on teaching students how to identify the main idea in texts, including problem-solution expository texts. It provides strategies for finding the main idea, such as reading thoroughly, identifying the topic, and summarizing the text. Additionally, it includes activities for students to practice quoting, summarizing, and paraphrasing to understand the main concepts better.

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GETTING

THE
MAIN IDEA
lesson Identify the main idea.
OBJECTIVES
Identify details that support the
main idea through facts and
opinions.
Differentiate claim of fact, claim
of value, and claim of policy as
used in problem-solution
expository text.
SHORT REVIEW
Instruct the students to read the given problem-solution text and plot
it on the given organizer.

READING TEXT:
The four climbers plodded up the side of the
mountain. The boreal wind was biting at their
faces. Suddenly, one lost his footing and began to
slide. Fortunately, they were tethered together
and were able to avert a catastrophe. To be able
to avoid anymore untoward incidents, they
decided to pack up and went on their way back
TELL ME IT’S POINT!
Instruct the learners to read the given
paragraph and ask them the main point of the
text. Green plants contain chlorophyll, which
enables them to make their own food. They
require sunlight, water, minerals, and
carbon dioxide to do this. Other plants,
such as molds, mushrooms, and yeasts,
depend on food from other sources. Mold
grows and feeds on such things as bread
and fruit. Mushrooms get their food from
soil or decaying wood. Yeasts can live on
the sugar in water.
TELL ME IT’S POINT!
QUESTIONS:

1. What is the text trying to convey?

2. What does it say about plants?


Identifying the
Main Idea
MAIN IDEA refers to the central concept or primary point that a piece of
writing, speech, or other form of communication aims to convey.

It tells the most important information or message that the author or


speaker wants the audience to understand.
How do we get the MAIN IDEA?
1. Read the text thoroughly.
2. Identify the topic.
3. Look for the author's purpose.
4. Find the central point.
5. Summarize the text.
6. Distinguish between main ideas and
supporting details.
How do we get the MAIN IDEA?

7. Consider the text's structure.


8. Use context clues.
9. Ask questions: What is the author trying
to say?" or "What is the central point of this
passage?"
10. Practice: Identifying the main idea
takes practice.
Find the Main Idea!
The teacher instructs the learners to do the steps given on how to
get the main idea. Ask the students to give the main idea of the
following paragraphs.
"Climate change is one of the most pressing
challenges facing humanity today. Rising global
temperatures, melting ice caps, and extreme
weather events are all evidence of this phenomenon.
Scientists agree that human activities, such as the
burning of fossil fuels and deforestation, are largely
responsible for these changes. Addressing climate
change requires international cooperation and
concerted efforts to reduce greenhouse gas
emissions and transition to renewable energy
sources."
Main Idea Sort!
The teacher instructs the learners to do the steps given on how to
get the main idea. Ask the students to give the main idea of the
following paragraphs.
A."The beauty of nature is unparalleled, offering a
respite from the hustle and bustle of modern life.
Whether it's the majestic mountains, serene lakes, or
lush forests, nature has a way of captivating our
senses and rejuvenating our spirits. Spending time in
nature has been linked to numerous health benefits,
including reduced stress levels, improved mood, and
enhanced creativity. As stewards of the Earth, it is
our responsibility to preserve and protect the natural
world for future generations to enjoy."
Main Idea Sort!
The teacher instructs the learners to do the steps given on how to
get the main idea. Ask the students to give the main idea of the
following paragraphs.
B.
"Biodiversity is the foundation of life on Earth,
encompassing the variety of living organisms and
ecosystems that inhabit our planet. From the
smallest microorganisms to the largest mammals,
each species plays a unique role in maintaining
ecosystem balance and stability. Unfortunately,
human activities such as deforestation, pollution,
and habitat destruction have led to a rapid loss of
biodiversity. Protecting biodiversity is essential for
preserving ecosystem services, such as clean air,
Let’s Ask the learners to decode the hidden letters and

Decode! form new words. Each letter in the alphabet


contains an equivalent number.
Let’s Ask the learners to decode the hidden letters
Decode! and form new words. Each letter in the alphabet
contains an equivalent number.
1. 19-21-13-13-1-18-9-26-9-14-7
__________________________
It involves condensing the main points, ideas,
and arguments of a text into a concise and
coherent form.
2. 17-21-15-20-9-14-7
____________________________________
It refers to the act of directly citing or
referencing specific language or passages from
a text to support the main idea.
3. 16-1-18-1-16-8-18-1-19-9-14-7
THE
QSP
Note: The main idea can be found by examining the facts
presented in the text, such as dates, figures, statistical
reports, or research findings. Another way is by
considering the opinions expressed in the text. This can
be achieved through quoting, paraphrasing, and
summarizing
Quoting Paraphrasing

Summarizing
Quoting in the context of discussing the
main idea typically refers to the act of
Quoting directly citing or referencing specific
language or passages from a text to
support the main idea.
EXAMPLE:
• Original: "Education is the most powerful weapon
which you can use to change the world." – Nelson
Mandela

• Quotation: Nelson Mandela once said, "Education


is the most powerful weapon which you can use to
change the world."
It involves condensing the main points,
ideas, and arguments of a text into a
Summarizing concise and coherent form. When
finding the main idea, summarizing
allows you to distill the most important
information and central message of the
text without including unnecessary
EXAMPLE: details.

• Original: "Education is the most powerful weapon


which you can use to change the world."

• Summary: Education is a powerful tool for


change.
It involves restating information
from the original text in your own
words while retaining the original
Paraphrasing meaning. When finding the main
idea, paraphrasing allows you to
rephrase key sentences or phrases
from the text in order to gain a
EXAMPLE: deeper understanding of the main
concept.
• Original: "Education is the most powerful weapon
which you can use to change the world."

• Paraphrase: Nelson Mandela believed that


education is a key tool in transforming society.
Worked Example
THE QSP: QUOTE, SUMMARIZE AND
PARAPHRASE
The teacher instructs the students to read and get the main idea of
the given passages using quoting, summarizing, and paraphrasing.
The graphic organizer is provided for the students to present their
answers
"The rainforest is a special place full of many
different plants and animals. It's like a big, green
jungle with tall trees and lots of colorful birds and
butterflies. The rainforest is important because it
gives us clean air to breathe and helps to keep the
Earth's climate just right. But some people are
cutting down the trees in the rainforest, and this is
causing big problems for the plants and animals that
live there. We need to help protect the rainforest by
Worked Example
THE QSP: QUOTE, SUMMARIZE AND
PARAPHRASE
Lesson Activity
Instructions: Read the text below. Then, quote, summarize, and
paraphrase the passage to present the main idea. (Answers
may vary).
Thank You!
Share your finished stories with your classmates.

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