Summary: How to Find the Main Idea ï The topic of a selection is the subject matter. It usually can be expressed in a word or phrase. ï The main idea of a selection is a complete sentence, what the writer wants you to understand about the topic. ï The main idea statement of a paragraph is called a topic sentence. ï The main idea statement of an essay is called a thesis or thesis statement. ï The main idea of a literary work is referred to as a theme. Summary (cont.) ï It is important to recognize the difference between the main idea statement and the supporting details.
Dictionary entry overview: What does pansy mean? â¢ PANSY (noun) The noun PANSY has 3 senses: 1. large-flowered garden plant derived chiefly from the wild pansy of Europe and having velvety petals of various colors 2. a timid man or boy considered childish or unassertive 3. offensive terms for an openly homosexual man Familiarity information: PANSY used as a noun is uncommon.
In Australia, a bloke is a unique masculine archetype associated with the country's national identity. The Aussie bloke has been portrayed in important works of art and associated with famous Australians, while in the United Kingdom, bloke is an everyday term for any man.n Australia, where it was used early on, the term meant the boss or someone of status. Sources report that in the US the term was in use by the late 19th century, although it is much less common now, and mainly is used in the sense of stupid or worthless person.