Which two methods can areader use to identify the main idea of a text

Explanation:

Two methods a reader can use to identify the main idea of a text is to look for a common point among all sentences, and to look for a sentence that states the main idea

You can read the introduction. you can also read the conclusion. Both of these have the main points so, the other parts of the text are just extra knowledge. First identify the topic and identify the reason the text is written.

1.the hosts on two opposing mountains stood,  

2.thick as the foliage of the waving wood;  

3.between them an extensive valley lay,  

4.o'er which the gleaming armour pour'd the day,  

5.when from the camp of the philistine foes,

6. dreadful to view, a mighty warrior rose; in the dire deeds of bleeding battle skill'd,

faith or loyalty when pledged in a solemn agreement or undertaking.