5th Grade Main Idea

Front

What is the main idea of a paragraph?

Back

The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey in a paragraph.

Front

How can you identify the main idea in a text?

Back

Look for the topic sentence, which often summarizes the main point, and consider the supporting details.

Front

What is a supporting detail?

Back

Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea.

Front

What does it mean to summarize a text?

Back

To summarize means to give a brief statement of the main points of a text.

Front

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

Back

The main idea is the central point of the text, while supporting details provide evidence or examples that explain or elaborate on the main idea.

Front

Why is it important to understand the main idea?

Back

Understanding the main idea helps readers grasp the overall message and purpose of the text.

Front

What is a topic sentence?

Back

A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

Front

How can context clues help in finding the main idea?

Back

Context clues are hints in the text that can help readers infer the main idea by providing additional information.

Front

What is an example of a main idea?

Back

An example of a main idea could be: 'Dogs are loyal companions.'

Front

What is an example of a supporting detail?

Back

An example of a supporting detail could be: 'Dogs greet their owners with excitement when they come home.'