Understanding Key Ideas in Texts

Read the following passage: "The sun was setting, painting the sky with shades of orange and pink. Birds were returning to their nests, and the air was filled with the sound of crickets." What is the main idea of this passage?

• The sun is very hot.

• The sky is blue.

• The sun is setting, creating a beautiful scene.

• Birds are flying south for the winter.

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Why might an author choose to write a story about a brave knight?

• To entertain readers with an exciting adventure.

• To teach readers how to ride a horse.

• To explain the history of knights.

• To describe the weather in medieval times.

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Read the following sentence: "The cat sat on the mat because it was warm." What is the purpose of this sentence?

• To show that the cat is hungry.

• To explain why the cat chose to sit on the mat.

• To describe the color of the mat.

• To tell us about the weather.

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In the story "The Little Red Hen," what is the central idea?

• The hen likes to bake bread.

• The hen learns to share with her friends.

• The hen does all the work and learns the value of hard work.

• The hen is afraid of the fox.

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What detail from the text supports the idea that the character is brave?

• The character runs away from danger.

• The character hides under the bed.

• The character faces the dragon without fear.

• The character cries when scared.

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What is the author's purpose in writing a book about recycling?

• To inform readers about the benefits of recycling.

• To entertain readers with funny stories.

• To describe different types of trees.

• To explain how to cook a meal.

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Read the following passage: "The rain poured down, and the streets were flooded. People hurried to find shelter." What is the key idea of this passage?

• It is a sunny day.

• The streets are dry.

• It is raining heavily, causing flooding.

• People are enjoying the weather.

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Why do you think the author included a map in the book?

• To show the reader where the story takes place.

• To teach the reader how to draw.

• To describe the characters.

• To explain the plot.

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What is the main idea of the paragraph: "The dog wagged its tail and barked happily when its owner came home. It was excited to see its friend again."

• The dog is hungry.

• The dog is happy to see its owner.

• The dog is sleepy.

• The dog is running away.

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What is the purpose of reading a mystery novel?

• To learn how to cook.

• To solve a puzzle and enjoy the suspense.

• To find out about historical events.

• To learn about different animals.

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