Main Idea

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Oreo resisted getting a bath, showing her dislike for it.

Back

Oreo does not like baths.

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Carson hurt Barney's feelings and hates saying sorry. What is the main idea?

Back

Carson must say he is sorry.

Front

Mona's first day as a substitute teacher was daunting. She felt nervous but received a cookie from a boy, which made her relax.

Back

Mona is a little scared.

Front

Dominic often misunderstands his friends' jokes and wishes for a robot to help him interact better.

Back

Dominic misses things.

Front

Salina bit her nails, unsure how to act visiting her sick mom’s friend in the hospital. She worried about saying the wrong thing but smiled back when her friend smiled. What is the main idea?

Back

Salina is nervous.

Front

Booker wanted to learn to read and worked hard for education, believing in its importance.

Back

He wants to learn to read.

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Booker T. Washington faced financial struggles but worked hard to attend Hampton University.

Back

Did not have money for school.

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Red velvet cupcakes originated in the 1800s, using cocoa and buttermilk for a reddish hue. During WWII, beets were added for color, but now food coloring is used.

Back

Red velvet cake has a history.

Front

A cheese seller discovers annatto seeds that dye cheese bright orange-yellow, leading to yellow cheddar.

Back

A cheese seller finds annatto.