What's the Main Idea?

The Main Idea

by Mrs. Roberts

Sometimes the main idea is...

• clearly stated. This means the author says it.

• repeated over and over again.

• found in the first or last sentence.

• found in the first or last paragraph.

Multiple Choice

The main idea is what the text is mostly about.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Key details support the main idea.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

What is the main idea?

• Kittens will chew on almost anything.

• Kittens need special care.

Multiple Choice

Which detail best supports (proves) the main idea?

• They have a lot of energy.

• Kittens chew on almost anything they find.

• You have to feed them twice a day.

Multiple Choice

What is the main idea?

• The puppy likes to eat.

• The puppy takes a long time to eat.

Multiple Choice

The puppy takes a long time to eat because he eats slowly.

• True

• False

Poll

How do you feel about finding the main idea?

• Great! I think I got it!

• Nervous. I need more practice.

• Help!