Main Idea
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3rd Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main idea of a text?
Back
The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey to the reader.
Tags
CCSS.RI.2.2
CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What supports the main idea in a text?
Back
Details, examples, and evidence support the main idea.
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CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.3.1
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.1
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you determine the main idea of a passage?
Back
Look for repeated themes, key details, and the overall message conveyed by the author.
Tags
CCSS.RI.2.2
CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a main idea in a passage about school activities?
Back
The students had backwards day at school.
Tags
CCSS.RI.2.2
CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a main idea and supporting details?
Back
The main idea is the primary concept, while supporting details provide evidence and examples that elaborate on the main idea.
Tags
CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.3.1
CCSS.RL.3.2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are some common topics that can be identified from a book cover?
Back
Common topics can include themes like cars, trains, planes, or any subject depicted in the imagery.
Tags
CCSS.RL.3.9
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.4.9
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.5.9
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main idea of a passage that discusses various animals in water?
Back
The main idea is to explain which animals live in water and their classifications.
Tags
CCSS.RI.2.2
CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
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