Main Idea Task Cards

What is the main idea?

• Cell phones have a variety of uses.

• Cell phones are used a lot in airports.

• The main purpose of cell phones is for sending messages.

• Cell phones are better than computers.

What is the main idea?

• Air conditioning is a must-have in cars.

• All cars will be able to drive themselves in the upcoming future.

• Cars have evolved a lot over the years.

• Cars were complex in 1886.

What is the main idea?

• The Scholastic Aptitude Test has not changed over the years.

• The Scholastic Aptitude Test has had a lot of changes over the years and is no longer in use.

• The Scholastic Aptitude Test has undergone some changes, but it is still a popular test.

• The Scholastic Aptitude Test is too difficult to administer and take.

What is the main idea?

• Water is used by humans to clean their homes and feed their pets.

• Water is an essential need for both animals and humans.

• Dehydration should be avoided at all costs.

• Dehydration is caused by lack of water and can result in shock and confusion.

What is the main idea?

• People should monitor their sugar intake.

• Excessive sugar gives you a surge of energy.

• Consuming sugar is fine in moderation.

• Excessive sugar intake can make you feel tired.

What is the main idea?

• Individuals should choose devices that provide the appropriate amount of light when reading at night.

• Lamps provide just the right amount of light for nighttime reading.

• Individuals should not read at night because the lighting situation is not ideal.

• Individuals will feel calm with too much light.

What is the main idea?

• The living room is the most important room in the home for entertaining guests.

• Living rooms always have loveseats and sofas, as well as end tables.

• Living rooms typically have furniture and spaces to accommodate seating and family time.

• Living rooms can only be used for playing board and card games.

• Watches have developed over the years from when they were originally created.

• The first watch was invented in 1510.

• Watches can be used as cell phones.

• Watches should only be used to tell time.