Topic sentences and supporting details

There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.

What is the main idea?

• There are many fun things to do at the beach.

• Some people simply like to sunbathe.

• It is also fun to look for shells.

• Going to the beach to swim can be fun

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CCSS.RL.1.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers. They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go. Mrs. Jones works nights. She bakes cakes, cookies, and pies. Mrs. Brown works in the daytime. She bakes bread and rolls. Both Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are very good bakers.

What is the main idea?

• Mrs. Jones bakes pies

• Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers

• Mrs. Brown bakes rolls.

• They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.1.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

A statement that tells what a passage is mostly about is called

• concluding sentence

• Topic sentence

• Supporting details

• Support ideas

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.2

CCSS.RI.1.2

CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

Which sentence is a supporting detail that you should get enough sleep?

• Many people sleep later on the weekends.

• Dark rooms are best for sleeping.

• Caffeine keeps some people awake at night.

• Seven to nine hours keeps you refreshed the next day

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer. Soccer players learn how to dribble and pass the ball. They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score. Most importantly, soccer players learn how to work together with their teammates.

What is the main idea?

• They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score.

• Soccer players learn how to dribble.

• Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

• They learn how to work together as teammates

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CCSS.RL.1.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.

Topic Sentence: My cat is afraid of everything

• She hides under blankets when you turn the microwave on.

• She sleeps all day long

• She runs away when you vacuum.

• She jumps every time the doorbell rings

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence?

Elle Woods taught us that you can do anything you put your mind to.

• She got into law school and became a lawyer even though no one believed in her.

• Elle really likes to socialize and have fun

• Her best friend works at a salon, so she always looks good.

• Her best friend works at a salon, so she always looks good.

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence?

It takes a lot of hard work to become a professional athlete.

• The pros live the good life

• Professional athletes spend countless hours practicing their sports.

• People like professional football players make a lot of money.

• All of us can be professional athletes

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence?

Subway is a healthier option than McDonald's.

• It's best to just cook food at home.

• McDonald's french fries are salty and delicious.

• A lot of people choose to eat Subway for lunch and dinner.

• Subway uses fresh ingredients whereas McDonald's has processed fried food.

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.

Topic Sentence: There are many differences between cats and dogs.

• Cats can be trained to use a litter box inside.

• They're both pets that people have.

• Dogs have to be let outside to use the bathroom

• Dogs need to be taken on walks, and cats don't

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.1.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.1.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2