Mark wanted to be a great skater. But he didn't want to spend the hours practicing. He wished he could just do the tricks easily. Mark's dream was to have everyone stop and stare when he entered the skate park. He wanted them to say, "Mark is the best skater in the whole world." What is the main idea?

Mark wants everyone to think he's a great skater without doing the hard work.

What is the main idea? If you are feeling sad, you can make yourself feel better by doing a few simple things. You can take a walk (or get another form of exercise), you can talk to a friend, or you can write down your feelings. Writing down the good things in your life will help too. Doing something good for someone else will also help you feel better. If you still feel a little sad, act happy. It works like magic to make you feel better.

There are many ways to make yourself feel better.

Tom started to reel in his line. The fish tugged and pulled hard. Judging by the weight of his catch, this fish could feed his family for three days. Tom struggled to stay in the boat and not be pulled over the side. Finally his catch came into view. He had snagged a snapping turtle! What is the main idea?

Tom catches a snapping turtle while fishing.

Main idea of the passage: I can't wait until this weekend! We’re going to my grandparents’ house and my entire family will be there. I will spend most of my time playing games with my cousins. We always have such a good time together! The day goes by so fast, and by the end we are all exhausted... but we still don’t want to leave! What is the main idea?

The author enjoys spending time with her family.

Scientists can measure the intensity of an earthquake. They use an instrument called the Richter scale. The Richter scale compares the strength of different earthquakes. Earthquakes below 2.0 usually can’t be felt. Earthquakes over 5.0 on the scale can cause damage. A magnitude 7.0 is a major earthquake and can cause tremendous damage. What is the main idea?

Scientists can measure the intensity of an earthquake.

What is the best question to ask yourself when you are trying to find the main idea? Options: Who is the main character?, What is the main event?, What is one important detail?, What point is the author trying to make?

What point is the author trying to make?

Choose one supporting detail for: "Every second, hundreds of thunderstorms are born around the world. Thunderstorms are heavy rain showers. They can drop millions of gallons of water in a minute."

Every second, hundreds of thunderstorms are born around the world.

What are supporting details in a nonfiction passage?

Facts or examples that support the main idea

That roller coaster is dangerous. The best supporting details for the above topic sentence is ... It is slower than any other roller coaster in the state. The curves of its track are so wide and the hills are so shallow that a ride on this roller coaster seems like a drive in the country. People don’t scream when they ride it. Instead, they enjoy the view from above the park. It is known as one of the best roller coasters in the country. People will wait in lines for hours just to try it. At certain points it reaches the same speeds as cars do on highways. The track is so tall and long that you can see it miles away. Last year, it broke down several times, leaving people stranded in their cars sixty feet off the ground. In most cars, the seat belts are torn and don’t always buckle properly. One area of the track shakes and makes a strange grinding sound whenever a car passes over it.

Last year, it broke down several times, leaving people stranded in their cars sixty feet off the ground. In most cars, the seat belts are torn and don’t always buckle properly. One area of the track shakes and makes a strange grinding sound whenever a car passes over it.

Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence? Subway is a healthier option than McDonald's.

Subway uses fresh ingredients whereas McDonald's has processed fried food.

Main Idea and Details Practice

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CCSS

RI.4.2, RI.3.2, RL.4.2

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Front

What is the main idea of the passage about activities at the beach?

Back

There are many fun things to do at the beach.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea of the passage about soccer players?
Options: They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score. , Soccer players learn how to dribble. , They learn how to work together as teammates. , Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

Back

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea? Mary has a new pet. Her pet is a baby kitten. It is soft and cuddly. The kitten likes to sleep a lot. Mary put a soft blanket in a box for its bed. Mary plays with her kitten when it is awake. She never forgets to feed her kitten.

Back

Mary’s new pet is a kitten.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea of the passage about the frog? Options: Frogs are green, Frogs eat bugs, Frogs do not move, Frogs live in ponds.

Back

Frogs eat bugs.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea of the backward day at school?

Back

The students had a backward day.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea? Jon held the ball in his hands. He bounced it slowly on the ground. Once. Twice. He crouched low and then jumped. The ball flew into the air. Up, up, up, it went. Then down, down, into the basket. “Yes!” he yelled. “Nothing but net!”

Back

Jon makes a basket.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea about giraffes making noises?

Back

Giraffes do make noises

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

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