Topic, Main Idea, and Supporting Details

What is the main idea of a paragraph?

• The first sentence of the paragraph

• The title of the paragraph

• The illustrations in the paragraph

• The most important piece of information the author wants you to know

Where can the main idea be stated in a paragraph?

• At the beginning

• In the middle

• At the end

• All of the above

What are supporting details in a paragraph?

• Facts and evidence

• Opinions and beliefs

• Jokes and humor

• Random thoughts

What is the topic of a paragraph?

• The main idea of the paragraph

• The author's name

• The length of the paragraph

• The date the paragraph was written

How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?

• Read the title or subheadings

• Look for repeated words

• Check the illustrations

• All of the above

What do supporting details do in a paragraph?

• Confuse the reader

• Introduce new topics

• Contradict the main idea

• Prove the author's main point

What is the purpose of a topic sentence?

• To provide a summary of the paragraph

• To state the main idea of the paragraph

• To introduce a new topic

• To conclude the paragraph

What is the main idea of the paragraph about having a pet?

• Pets are fun to have

• Having a pet can be good for your health

• Pets can be a hassle

• Pets are not good for your health

What is the main idea of the paragraph about protecting the rainforest?

• The rainforest is not worth protecting

• The rainforest is a dangerous place

• Protecting the rainforest is very important

• The rainforest has no value

What are some examples of supporting details in a paragraph?

• Jokes and humor

• Facts and evidence

• Opinions and beliefs

• Random thoughts