Strange Power

Which detail supports the idea that the lights are getting brighter. 

• The lamps gave off only a dull brown glow. 
• A tree had fallen on the power lines.
• Light was pouring out of the refrigerator.
• Mandy went to the kitchen. 

Which sentence tells a detail that supports the main idea of the fourth paragraph? 

• Mandy was confused. 
• The bulbs only gave a brown glow. 
• Light poured from the fridge.
• Mandy has a baby brother. 

What is the main idea of the last paragraph? 

• Mandy was amazed by what she saw on the street. 
• The lights were brightening and growing dim again. 
• A tree had fallen across the power lines and was affecting the lights. 

What is the main idea or event of the passage? 

• Mandy's baby brother whimpers.
• Mandy's mother opens the refrigerator.
• Mandy is confused. 
• A tree falls on the power lines causing the lights to change.