Identify Main Idea

Which sentence shows the main idea?

[1] Many people think that they can get sick by going into cold weather improperly dressed. [2] However, illnesses are not caused by temperature - they are caused by germs. [3] So, while shivering outside in the cold probably won’t strengthen your immune system, you’re more likely to contract an illness indoors _____ you will have a greater exposure to germs.

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There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.

What is the main idea?

• There are many fun things to do at the beach.

• It is also fun to look for shells.

• Some people simply like to sunbathe.

• Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

What is a statement that tells what a passage is mostly about called?

• Topic

• Claim

• Main Idea

• Transitional sentence

True or False: The main idea does not need supporting details.

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What is the main idea of the passage?

• Weak corporate leadership and a lack of government penalties lead to increase fraud.

• Poor training and enforcement of rules encourages unethical behavior.

• Government regulators are failing to catch enough corporate criminals.

• The pressure to increase profits and a lack of transparency encourage fraudulent behavior.

What is the main idea of Paragraph 1?

• The SEC oversees many cases of corporate fraud.

• Fraudulent behavior is common in corporations.

• The stock market crash of 2008 decreased fraudulent behavior.

• The SEC imposed more than $4 billion in fines in 2016.

What is the main idea of Paragraph 2?

• Takata Corporation falsified results of products' safety tests.

• Takata Corporation committed fraud over a period of many years.

• Fraud is more likely to result when there is pressure to increase profits.

• It is common for corporations to ignore risks in product safety.