KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN DAN KEBUDAYAAN
UNIVERSITAS HASANUDDIN
FAKULTAS TEKNIK
DEPARTEMEN TEKNIK GEOLOGI
PROGRAM STUDI TEKNIK GEOLOGI
BAHASA INGGRIS
MAIN IDEA
PAPER
Group IV
Indri anggreni D061191044
Agung sutiono pontoh D061191056
M. Zidane Alfatih Hasan D061191066
Ferdi irfan amorokhman D061191068
Nurul ramadhani salam D061191080
Marwa safira Rahmat D061191084
GOWA
2020
CHAPTER I
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background
In a book of fiction and non-fiction must be a core subject and topic
sentence so that we can know the contents of a sentence or paragraph.If a
paragraph is not the core of it means there is not a phrase that means, and in
Arabic means not mean clear sentence structure in other languages such as
delirious.With the topic sentence and the main idea sooner we understand a
discussion such as news, stories of fiction or non-fiction books. So that we can
easily understand the content of a sentence or a paragraph, because today a lot of
people read or listen to a phrase that does not know the point
The main idea of a paragraph is the primary point or concept that the
author wants to communicate to the readers about the topic. Hence, in a
paragraph, when the main idea is stated directly, it is expressed in what is called
the topic sentence. It gives the overarching idea of what the paragraph is about
and is supported by the details in subsequent sentences in the paragraph. In a
multi-paragraph article, the main idea is expressed in the thesis statement, which
is then supported by individual smaller points.
Think of the main idea as a brief but all-encompassing summary. It covers
everything the paragraph talks about in a general way, but does not include the
specifics. Those details will come in later sentences or paragraphs and add nuance
and context; the main idea will need those details to support its argument.
1.2. FormulaProblems
The problems of this paper is as follows:
1. How is the definition of the main idea ?
2. How do I find the main sentence and the main idea?
1.3. The Objectiveof The Problem
The purpose of this paper is to find out how to determine the main idea of
a reading material.
CHAPTER II
DISCUSSION
2.1 Definition of Main Idea
The main idea of a paragraph is the primary point or concept that the
author wants to communicate to the readers about the topic. Hence, in a
paragraph, when the main idea is stated directly, it is expressed in what is called
the topic sentence. It gives the overarching idea of what the paragraph is about
and is supported by the details in subsequent sentences in the paragraph. In a
multi-paragraph article, the main idea is expressed in the thesis statement, which
is then supported by individual smaller points.
Think of the main idea as a brief but all-encompassing summary. It covers
everything the paragraph talks about in a general way, but does not include the
specifics. Those details will come in later sentences or paragraphs and add nuance
and context; the main idea will need those details to support its argument.
For example, imagine a paper discussing the causes of World War I. One
paragraph might be dedicated to the role that imperialism played in the conflict.
The main idea of this paragraph might be something like: "Constant competition
for massive empires led to increasing tensions in Europe that eventually erupted
into World War I." The rest of the paragraph might explore what those specific
tensions were, who was involved, and why the countries were seeking empires,
but the main idea just introduces the overarching argument of the section.
When an author does not state the main idea directly, it should still be
implied, and is called an implied main idea. This requires that the reader look
closely at the content at specific words, sentences, images that are used and
repeated to deduce what the author is communicating.
Choosing a main idea from a set of answer choices is different than
composing a main idea on your own. Writers of multiple choice tests are often
tricky and will give you distractor questions that sound much like the real answer.
By reading the passage thoroughly, using your skills, and identifying the main
idea on your own, though, you can avoid making these 3 common mistakes:
selecting an answer that is too narrow in scope; selecting an answer that is too
broad; or selecting an answer that is complex but contrary to the main idea.
2.2 Steps to Find the Main Idea
Finding the main idea is critical to understanding what you are reading. It
helps the details make sense and have relevance, and provides a framework for
remembering the content. Try these specific tips to pinpoint the main idea of a
passage.
1. Identify the Topic
Read the passage through completely, then try to identify the topic. Who
or what is the paragraph about? This part is just figuring out a topic like "cause of
World War I" or "new hearing devices;" don't worry yet about deciding what
argument the passage is making about this topic.
2. Summarize the Passage
After reading the passage thoroughly, summarize it in your own words
in one sentence. Pretend you have just ten to twelve words to tell someone what
the passage is about what would you say?
3. Look at the First and Last Sentences of the Passage
Authors often put the main idea in or near either the first or last sentence
of the paragraph or article, so isolate those sentences to see if they make sense as
the overarching theme of the passage. Be careful: sometimes the author will use
words like but, however, in contrast, nevertheless, etc. that indicate that the
second sentence is actually the main idea. If you see one of these words that
negate or qualify the first sentence, that is a clue that the second sentence is the
main idea.
4. Look for Repetition of Ideas
If you read through a paragraph and you have no idea how to summarize it
because there is so much information, start looking for repeated words, phrases, or
related ideas. Read this example paragraph:
A new hearing device uses a magnet to hold the detachable sound-processing
portion in place. Like other aids, it converts sound into vibrations, but it is unique
in that it can transmit the vibrations directly to the magnet and then to the inner
ear. This produces a clearer sound. The new device will not help all hearing-
impaired people—only those with a hearing loss caused by infection or some
other problem in the middle ear. It will probably help no more than 20 percent of
all people with hearing problems. Those people who have persistent ear
infections, however, should find relief and restored hearing with the new device.
What does this paragraph consistently talk about? A new hearing device.
What is it trying to convey? A new hearing device is now available for some, but
not all, hearing-impaired people. That's the main idea
2.3 Purpose of Main Idea
While the main purpose of this analytical exposition text is, "to attempt to
persuade the reader to believe something by presenting one side of the argument."
It means trying to convince the reader to believe something by giving only one
side of the opinion. " Referring to the purpose of this analytical exposition, this
does not mean that in analytical exposition contains only one argument, but it
contains various arguments that have the same goal.
CHAPTER III
CLOSING
3.1 Conclusion
The main idea of a paragraph is the primary point or concept that the
author wants to communicate to the readers about the topic.
Steps to Find the Main Idea:
1. Identify the Topic
2. Summarize the Passage
3. Look at the First and Last Sentences of the Passage
4. Look for Repetition of Ideas
3.2 Suggestion
Realizing that the author is still only from the perfect word, in the future
the writer will be more focused and detailed in explaining the above paper with
more sources which of course can also be accounted for the method of previewing
and predicting is very helpful to find what the discussion contained in a text with
an efficient time and does not need to read the entire text. By looking at the
beginning and end of each paragraph above, can be found data in the form of
words that lead to particular focus, the first sentence in the first paragraph. this
method requires accuracy and good reasoning to get accurate answers
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