Main Idea & Author's Purpose

What is the main idea of a story about a young girl who learns the importance of honesty after telling a lie that leads to a series of misunderstandings?

• The consequences of lying

• The adventures of a young girl

• The importance of family

• How to solve misunderstandings

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

An article discusses the decline of bee populations worldwide and its impact on global food production. What is the main idea of this article?

• The process of pollination

• The importance of bees in global food production

• How to protect bee populations

• The different types of bees

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

In a story where a character learns to overcome fears with the help of friends, what is the author's primary purpose?

• To entertain

• To inform

• To persuade

• To explain

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CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

An essay argues that recycling should be made mandatory to combat climate change. What is the author's purpose?

• To entertain

• To inform

• To persuade

• To explain

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CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RI.6.6

A book chapter describes the life cycle of a butterfly from egg to adult. What is the main idea of this chapter?

• The different types of butterflies

• The process of metamorphosis

• The habitats of butterflies

• How to protect butterflies

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

A magazine article explores the history and cultural significance of tea in various countries. What is the author's purpose?

• To entertain

• To inform

• To persuade

• To explain

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CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RI.7.6

In a novel, the protagonist learns valuable life lessons after moving to a new city. What is the main idea of the story?

• The challenges of moving

• The excitement of exploring a new city

• The growth that comes from new experiences

• The importance of making new friends

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

A blog post argues that more public parks should be built to provide communities with green spaces. What is the author's purpose?

• To entertain

• To inform

• To persuade

• To explain

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CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

A science textbook chapter explains the water cycle, from evaporation to precipitation. What is the main idea of this chapter?

• The importance of water conservation

• The stages of the water cycle

• The effects of climate change on the water cycle

• How to collect rainwater

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

An autobiography tells the story of a scientist's discoveries and the challenges faced along the way. What is the author's primary purpose?

• To entertain

• To inform

• To persuade

• To explain

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CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6