Main Idea and Details

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What is the main idea of the passage: 'The sun is a big, hot star. It gives us light and heat. Plants need the sun to grow. We need the sun to stay warm.'?

Back

The sun is essential for providing light, heat, and supporting plant growth.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

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Which detail supports the main idea in the passage: 'The cat is a small, furry animal. It likes to sleep in the sun. It also likes to chase mice.'? Options:

It also likes to chase mice.

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It likes to swim in the ocean.

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It enjoys climbing trees.

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It prefers to eat grass.

Back

It also likes to chase mice.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

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What is the main idea of the passage: 'The beach is a fun place to visit. You can build sandcastles and collect seashells. You can also swim in the ocean.'?

Back

You can build sandcastles, collect seashells, and swim in the ocean.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

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What detail from the passage 'The dog is a loyal pet. It loves to play fetch and go for walks. It also enjoys cuddling with its owner.' supports the main idea?

Back

It loves to play fetch and go for walks. It also enjoys cuddling with its owner.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

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What is the main idea of the paragraph: 'Rosa Parks was a brave woman. She refused to give up her seat on the bus. Her actions helped start the Civil Rights Movement.'?

Back

Rosa Parks' bravery and her role in starting the Civil Rights Movement.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

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Which detail from the paragraph 'The rainforest is a diverse ecosystem. It is home to many different species of plants and animals. It also helps regulate the Earth's climate.' supports the main idea?

Back

It is home to many different species of plants and animals.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

Front

What is the main idea of the story: 'The Tortoise and the Hare'?

Back

Perseverance and determination

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

Front

Which detail from the story 'The Ant and the Grasshopper' supports the main idea?

The grasshopper helping the ant gather food

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The grasshopper playing music in the summer

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The ant working hard to store food for the winter

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The ant taking a break from work

Back

The ant working hard to store food for the winter

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

Front

What is the main idea of the passage: 'The moon is Earth's natural satellite. It orbits around the Earth and reflects the sun's light. It also affects the ocean tides.'?

Back

The main idea is the description of the moon as Earth's natural satellite and its effects on the ocean tides.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

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Which detail from the passage 'The Great Wall of China' supports the main idea? Options:

The color of the bricks used in the wall

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The distance from the wall to the nearest river

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The answer will depend on the specific passage and main idea provided in the quiz.

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The type of food eaten by the workers who built the wall

Back

The answer will depend on the specific passage and main idea provided in the quiz.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1