RI 5.2

Front

What are taste buds?

Back

Taste buds are sensory organs located on the tongue, roof of the mouth, and back of the throat that allow us to taste different flavors.

Front

How many taste buds do humans have?

Back

Humans have approximately 9,000 taste buds on the tongue alone.

Front

What is the main idea of a passage?

Back

The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey to the reader.

Front

What supports the main idea in a text?

Back

Details in the text provide evidence and support for the main idea.

Front

What question should you ask to find the main idea?

Back

Ask, 'What point is the author trying to make?'

Front

What does the main idea of a story tell the reader?

Back

It tells the reader what the story is about.

Front

What is a detail in a text?

Back

A detail is a specific piece of information that supports the main idea.

Front

Why are floods damaging?

Back

Floods can ruin houses, roads, and buildings, and can cause mudslides and debris.

Front

What is the effect of a flood?

Back

Floods can leave behind mud, sand, and debris, making cleanup difficult.

Front

What is the purpose of concluding sentences?

Back

Concluding sentences summarize the main points and provide closure to a paragraph.