Main Ideas and Key Details Quiz

What is the main idea of a story?

• The name of the main character

• The most important point the story is trying to tell

• The setting of the story

Which of the following is a supporting detail?

• The title of the book

• A fact or example that explains the main idea

• The author's name

How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?

• Look for the first word

• Look for the most repeated idea

• Count the number of sentences

What is a key detail?

• A small, unimportant fact

• A detail that helps explain the main idea

• A random sentence

If a story is about a dog who learns to share, what is the main idea?

• Dogs are cute

• Sharing is important

• Dogs like to play

Which sentence is a supporting detail for the main idea "Eating healthy is good for you"?

• Apples are red

• Vegetables have vitamins that help your body

• Candy is sweet

What should you do to find key details in a text?

• Skip to the end

• Look for facts and examples that support the main idea

• Read only the first sentence

Which of these is likely the main idea of a text titled "The Benefits of Exercise"?

• Exercise is hard

• Exercise is good for your health

• Exercise takes time

What is a supporting detail for the main idea "Reading is fun"?

• Books have pages

• Reading can take you to new worlds

• Libraries are quiet

How can you tell if a detail is important to the main idea?

• It is mentioned in the title

• It helps explain or support the main idea

• It is the longest sentence