Main Idea and key details

Front

What is the main idea of a text?

Back

The main idea tells the reader what the text is mainly about.

Front

What detail supports the main idea that octopuses have many ways to hide?

Back

Octopuses use camouflage to disguise themselves.

Front

What detail supports the main idea that frogs are amazing jumpers?

Back

Frogs have long, powerful legs which help them leap long distances.

Front

What is one important question to ask when finding the main idea?

Back

What point is the author trying to make?

Front

What do you call 'what the story is mostly about' in informational text?

Back

Main idea.

Front

What is camouflage?

Back

Camouflage is a way animals blend in with their surroundings to hide from predators.

Front

Why do octopuses live in coral reefs?

Back

Coral reefs provide shelter and food for octopuses.

Front

What helps frogs catch their food?

Back

Frogs use their long tongues to catch flies.

Front

What is a tadpole?

Back

A tadpole is the name of a young frog.

Front

What is the purpose of the main idea in a text?

Back

The main idea helps the reader understand the overall message or topic.