Main Ideas and Supporting Details Quiz

Read the passage and find the main idea: "Many people think exercise is important for staying healthy. Regular exercise can stop diseases, make you feel better, and help you live a good life."

• Exercise can be fun.

• Exercise is important for staying healthy.

• Many people do not like exercise.

• Exercise is only for athletes.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of these shows that exercise helps you feel better?

• Exercise can stop you from getting sick.

• Being active can make your life better.

• Exercise can make you less sad and worried.

• Many people think exercise is important.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Why should you read books?

• To have fun with a story.

• To learn how reading helps you.

• To make you want to read more books.

• To talk about different kinds of books.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the main idea of this passage? "Pollution is a big problem in many cities. It can make people sick, hurt the environment, and make life harder for people who live there."

• Pollution is a big problem in many cities.

• Many cities have clean air.

• Pollution only affects the environment.

• People like living in polluted cities.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following sentences is a supporting detail for the main idea that "pollution can cause serious health issues"?

• Pollution can harm the environment.

• Many cities around the world are polluted.

• Pollution can lead to respiratory problems and other health issues.

• Residents often complain about pollution.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Why should you volunteer in your community? "Volunteering in your community can be a fun and helpful experience. It lets you help others, make new friends, and learn new things."

• To tell a funny story about volunteering.

• To explain why volunteering is good.

• To make you want to volunteer in your community.

• To talk about different volunteer jobs.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How has technology changed the way we talk to each other?

• It has made talking more expensive.

• It has given us fewer ways to talk.

• It has made it easier to talk to people far away.

• It has made talking less important.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

During a class discussion, Priya mentioned that "technology has revolutionized communication." Which of the following is a supporting detail for her statement?

• Smartphones are used by many people.

• Social media allows people to stay connected globally.

• Technology is constantly evolving.

• Many people use the internet daily.

Answer explanation

The statement "Social media allows people to stay connected globally" directly supports Priya's claim by illustrating how technology enhances communication across distances, making it a relevant detail.

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DOK Level 1: Recall