Main Idea and Details

What is the main idea of the passage: 'The sun is a big, hot star. It gives us light and heat. Plants need the sun to grow. We need the sun to stay warm.'?

• The sun is essential for providing light, heat, and supporting plant growth.

• The main idea is that the sun is a source of darkness and cold temperatures.

• The main idea is that the sun is made of cheese and is not important for life on Earth.

• The main idea is that the sun is a small, cold star that has no impact on our lives.

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CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Which detail supports the main idea in the passage: 'The cat is a small, furry animal. It likes to sleep in the sun. It also likes to chase mice.'?

• It also likes to chase mice.

• It likes to swim in the ocean.

• It enjoys climbing trees.

• It prefers to eat grass.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

In the passage, 'The beach is a fun place to visit. You can build sandcastles and collect seashells. You can also swim in the ocean.' What is the main idea?

• You can build sandcastles, collect seashells, and swim in the ocean.

• The main idea is about the history of the beach.

• The main idea is about the dangers of swimming in the ocean.

• The main idea is about the different types of seashells you can find.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

What detail from the passage 'The dog is a loyal pet. It loves to play fetch and go for walks. It also enjoys cuddling with its owner.' supports the main idea?

• The dog is a loyal pet.

• It enjoys playing with other dogs.

• It barks loudly at strangers.

• It loves to play fetch and go for walks. It also enjoys cuddling with its owner.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

What is the main idea of the paragraph: 'Rosa Parks was a brave woman. She refused to give up her seat on the bus. Her actions helped start the Civil Rights Movement.'?

• The history of the bus company

• Rosa Parks' bravery and her role in starting the Civil Rights Movement.

• Rosa Parks' favorite color

• The price of a bus ticket in the 1950s

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Which detail from the paragraph 'The rainforest is a diverse ecosystem. It is home to many different species of plants and animals. It also helps regulate the Earth's climate.' supports the main idea?

• The rainforest is a dry and barren ecosystem.

• It is home to many different species of plants and animals.

• The rainforest has no impact on the Earth's climate.

• The rainforest is only home to a few species of plants and animals.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

What is the main idea of the story: 'The Tortoise and the Hare'?

• The unpredictability of the race outcome

• The superiority of the hare over the tortoise

• Perseverance and determination

• The importance of taking shortcuts

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

Which detail from the story 'The Ant and the Grasshopper' supports the main idea?

• The grasshopper helping the ant gather food

• The grasshopper playing music in the summer

• The ant working hard to store food for the winter

• The ant taking a break from work

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

What is the main idea of the passage: 'The moon is Earth's natural satellite. It orbits around the Earth and reflects the sun's light. It also affects the ocean tides.'?

• The main idea is the description of the moon as a source of cheese and its effects on the ocean tides.

• The main idea is the comparison of the moon and the sun and their effects on the Earth.

• The main idea is the description of the moon as Earth's natural satellite and its effects on the ocean tides.

• The main idea is the history of space exploration and the moon landing.

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CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

Which detail from the passage 'The Great Wall of China' supports the main idea?

• The color of the bricks used in the wall

• The distance from the wall to the nearest river

• The answer will depend on the specific passage and main idea provided in the quiz.

• The type of food eaten by the workers who built the wall

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2