Main Idea and Supporting Details

Explicit and Implied Main Idea

Multiple Choice

What does explicit mean?

• Not stated in the passage

• Clearly stated in the passage

Multiple Choice

What does implied mean?

• Clearly stated in the passage

• Not clearly stated in the passage

Multiple Choice

There are many reasons why schools are great places for students. First, students can learn social skills from their classmates and teachers. Second, students are able to form a routine by going to classes daily. Third, the school provides lunches to students who may not get lunch at home.

Is the main idea explicit or implied?

• Explicit

• Implied

Multiple Choice

Hide and Seek is a great game to play outside. One player counts while the other players hide. After the counter is done, they try to find all of the other players. Another game to play outside is tag. Tag allows players to run around and catch one another.

• Explicit

• Implied

Multiple Choice

Busch Gardens is a very fun place to take your family on vacation. You can enjoy the rides in the park and eat delicious food. You can also take your family to the beach for vacation. Your family will love sitting outside and listening to the waves.

• Explicit

• Implied

Multiple Choice

There are many streaming services that make it easier to watch movies at home. One example of a streaming service is Netflix. Netflix has many original movies and TV shows. Another example of a streaming service is Hulu. Hulu has TV shows that are sure to make your Friday night more enjoyable.

• Explicit

• Implied