Determining the Main Idea

Hurricanes are large, intense storms that begin over the ocean, where they gather heat and energy from the water. Hurricanes move slowly toward land, usually moving 10-20 miles per hour for more than one week. The most dangerous part of the hurricane is the storm surge, when it reaches land and causes flooding. Wind and waves also contribute to the damage caused by these surges.

• Hurricanes are dangerous storms.
•  Hurricanes begin over the ocean.
• One type of storm is called a hurricane.
•  Hurricanes are different from other storms.

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Eric gripped the bat in his hands. His palms were sweaty but he took a deep breath as he stepped up to the plate. He had to score a run or his team would lose the game. When the pitcher threw a fastball, Eric’s reflexes took over and he heard the “Crack!” of the bat hitting the ball. His heart raced with excitement as he ran to first base. He was safe! 

• Eric plays baseball.
• Eric scores a home run.
• How to play baseball.
• Eric overcomes his nerves and makes it to first base.

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Homemade pizza is delicious. First, make the dough from flour, water, and yeast. After that, begin making the tomato sauce. Next, add any vegetables you like. Then, bake it in the oven. After a short time, the kitchen begins to smell delicious. Soon, it’s ready to eat!

• Pizza is made from flour.
• How to make a homemade pizza.
• Pizza is easy to make.
• Pizza makes the kitchen smell delicious.

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I can't wait until this weekend! We’re going to my grandparents’ house and my entire family will be there. I will spend most of my time playing games with my cousins. We always have such a good time together! The day goes by so fast, and by the end we are all exhausted... but we still don’t want to leave!

• Weekends are times to travel.
• The writer enjoys spending time with family.
• The writer's grandparents live far away.
• The writer is sad to leave her cousins. 

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