Main Idea Assessment

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What is the main idea?

Back

It is what the passage is mostly about.

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What do soccer players learn when playing soccer?

Back

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

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What is the theme of 'Never give up on something that is important to you'?

Back

Theme.

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What is the main idea that ties these details together: Cats are easy to care for, Dogs need outdoor exercise, Hamsters are friendly, Snakes can be kept indoors?

Back

There are lots of animals that would make good pets.

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What kind of sentence tells the main idea of a paragraph?

Back

Topic sentence.

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What is a supporting detail?

Back

A supporting detail provides additional information that explains or supports the main idea.

Front

What is a topic sentence?

Back

A topic sentence states the main idea of a paragraph.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a paragraph?

Back

The conclusion summarizes the main idea and reinforces the key points.

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How can you identify the main idea in a passage?

Back

Look for repeated ideas, the first or last sentence, or a sentence that summarizes the content.

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What is the difference between the main idea and supporting details?

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The main idea is the central point, while supporting details provide evidence or examples.