Exercise on Main Idea

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Main idea of the paragraph about weather reporters.

Back

Pictures help weather reporters get information out in a fast way.

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Giraffes make noises when hurt (low moo) or frightened (short, high sound).

Back

Giraffes do make noises.

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Dolphins are intelligent, using clicks, whistles, and grunts to communicate. Scientists study this language, hoping for future communication with humans.

Back

how smart dolphins are.

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Most volcanoes are part of the "Ring of Fire."

Back

Most volcanoes are part of the "Ring of Fire."

Front

Taste buds are found on the tongue, roof of the mouth, and back of the throat.

Back

Where taste buds are found.

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The earth's surface is constantly changing due to earthquakes, floods, and volcanoes, with some changes being imperceptible and others causing significant damage.

Back

The Earth's surface is always changing.

Front

Main Idea: Rodeo clowns risk their safety to protect cowboys.

Back

Rodeo clowns protect cowboys by putting themselves in danger.

Front

Main Idea: Dr. James Naismith created a game with peach baskets to keep students active during gym class in December 1891.

Back

The invention of Basketball

Front

Main Idea: Fuels differ in composition and use.

Back

Gasoline, diesel, and biodiesel are fuels with key differences in production and application.

Front

Ice cream cone invention at St. Louis World's Fair, 1904.

Back

The ice cream cone was invented in 1904.