Main Idea and Opinion Quiz

Look at this book cover, what do you think the main topic will be?

• cars, trains, planes

• barbie dolls

Choose the main idea.

Spots was a large grey and white cat. Spots lived in a barn on a farm. Spots liked living in the barn. It was warm in the winter and cool in the summer. There were many mice for Spots to chase. Best of all, Spots had a soft place to sleep in the corner of the barn.

• The barn was dirty.

• Spots was grey and white.

• The barn was a good place for Spots to live.

• Spots often slept outside when it rained.

What is the main idea of the story about the little red hen?

• The little red hen is very lazy.

• The little red hen works hard to make bread.

• The little red hen has many friends.

Which of the following is a fact?

• The sky is blue.

• Ice cream is the best dessert.

• Cats are the cutest animals.

What is the main idea of the story about the tortoise and the hare?

• The hare is the fastest animal.

• Slow and steady wins the race.

• The tortoise likes to sleep.

Which of the following is an opinion?

• The Earth orbits the Sun.

• Chocolate is the best flavor.

• Water freezes at 0°C.

What is the main idea of the story about the three little pigs?

• The pigs build houses.

• Hard work and planning lead to success.

• The wolf is very hungry.

Which of the following is a fact?

• Dogs are better than cats.

• The sun rises in the east.

• Pizza is delicious.

What is the main idea of the story about Goldilocks and the three bears?

• Goldilocks likes porridge.

• Respect others' property and privacy.

• Bears live in the forest.

Which of the following is an opinion?

• Birds can fly.

• Summer is the best season.

• Fish live in water.