Main Idea

Main Idea

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English

3rd Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea of a story?

Back

The main idea is the most important idea about a topic or a story.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does an octopus do to catch its food?

Back

An octopus waits for a fish to swim by and then uses its long arm to grasp it.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea of a picture?

Back

The main idea of a picture tells what the picture is mostly about.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What can you find on a book cover that helps you guess the main topic?

Back

You can find images or titles that suggest the main topic.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a main idea in a story about a pet?

Back

Mary’s new pet is a kitten.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

Back

Look for the sentence that summarizes the most important point.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a supporting detail?

Back

A supporting detail is information that helps explain or support the main idea.

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