Reading Comprehension

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Main idea of the passage: If you are feeling sad, you can make yourself feel better by doing a few simple things. You can take a walk (or get another form of exercise), you can talk to a friend, or you can write down your feelings. Writing down the good things in your life will help too. Doing something good for someone else will also help you feel better. If you still feel a little sad, act happy. It works like magic to make you feel better!

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There are many ways to make yourself feel better.

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Mark wanted to be a great skater. But he didn't want to spend the hours practicing. He wished he could just do the tricks easily. Mark's dream was to have everyone stop and stare when he entered the skate park. He  wanted them to say, "Mark is the best skater in the whole world."
What is the main idea?

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Mark wants everyone to think he's a great skater without doing the hard work.

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Tom started to reel in his line. The fish tugged and pulled hard. Judging by the weight of his catch, this fish could feed his family for three days. Tom struggled to stay in the boat and not be pulled over the side. Finally his catch came into view. He had snagged a snapping turtle!
What is the main idea?

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Tom catches a snapping turtle while fishing.

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What is the main idea of the passage about Mary and her kitten?

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Mary’s new pet is a kitten.

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What is the main idea of the passage about soccer players?

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Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

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What is the main idea of the passage about activities at the beach?

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There are many fun things to do at the beach.

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What is the main idea? Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers. They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go. Mrs. Jones works nights. She bakes cakes, cookies, and pies. Mrs. Brown works in the daytime. She bakes bread and rolls. Both Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are very good bakers.

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Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers.

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usually one or two words

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Topic 

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The general subject that the passage is about

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Topic

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What does a statement that tells what a passage is mostly about refer to?

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Main Idea