I ate popcorn, used the restroom, washed my hands, then left the theater and went back to my apartment. The main idea is the general instead of the specifics.
It's the Solar System vs. the planets. It's the football game vs. the fans, cheerleaders, quarterback, and uniforms. It's the Oscars vs. actors, the red carpet, designer gowns, and films.
So, how do you find the stated main idea? The good news? It's really easy compared to figuring out the implied main idea. Read on for the details.