Main Idea Review

Main Idea Review

Main Idea

The main idea is what the text is mostly about.

The main idea is supported by details. These details are known as key details. Key details help the reader understand what the text is about.

Multiple Choice

Key details are ...

• Important words or phrases in the text that help support the main idea.

• A guess or predictions about something or someone.

Key Details

Key details are important words or phrases.

Key details are pieces information that support the main idea of a text.

Multiple Choice

What is the main idea of paragraph 2?

• Insects and arachnids are nutritious .

• Insects and arachnids are flavorful and tasty.

• Eating tarantulas and other spiders is a safe practice.

• There are many ways to prepare insects to eat

Multiple Select

Which details support the main idea of this article? ( CHOOSE ALL THAT APPLY)

• Insects are an excellent source of protein.

• Many of these insects and arachnids have many vitamins and minerals.

• "What's for Dinner?"

• First gather your insects and other ingredients.