SAT Reading Concepts Review: Main Idea, Theme, Purpose

Front

In a non-literary paragraph, the main idea is expressed in the topic sentence, which is supported by details.

Back

True

Front

Main idea in a multi-paragraph passage is in the thesis statement, supported by smaller points.

Back

True

Front

Main idea summarizes the paragraph generally, excluding specifics.

Back

True

Front

Facts supporting the main idea appear later, adding nuance and context.

Back

True

Front

Author's attitude refers to:

Back

The author's opinion about the subject they are writing about.