What is the main idea of this passage? Benjamin Franklin loved to write. When he was twenty-two, he set up his own printing shop and started a newspaper. He also printed a book called Poor Richard's Almanac. It had funny stories, information about weather and wise sayings.

Ben Franklin worked very hard when he was young.

Ben Franklin started a newspaper.

What is the main idea of this passage?Ms. Ross likes to drink iced tea every single day. Ms. Sadiki enjoys drinking coffee each day. Ms. Lybarger likes to drink water when she is thirsty. To keep herself going, sometimes Ms. Hudson drinks a Diet Coke because it has caffeine. The second grade teachers sure do enjoy drinking different liquids.

The second grade teachers love drinking different liquids.

Choose the sentence that best expresses the main idea of the paragraph: "The library is a place where you can find books on any topic. It also offers free internet access and hosts community events. Many people visit the library to study or read in a quiet environment."

D) The library is a versatile community resource.

A) The library is a place to study.

B) The library offers free internet access.

C) The library hosts community events.

What is the main idea of the following sentence? "Despite the rain, the soccer match continued, and the players showed great determination and skill."

C) The match continued despite the rain.

A) The soccer match was canceled due to rain.

B) The players were not skilled.

D) The players lacked determination.

Identify the main idea of this passage: "In the world of technology, smartphones have become essential tools for communication, work, and entertainment. They allow people to stay connected, access information instantly, and enjoy various forms of media."

B) Smartphones are essential tools in modern life.

A) Smartphones are used only for entertainment.

C) Smartphones are only for communication.

D) Smartphones are not important.

Main Idea

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English

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5th Grade

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Hard

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CCSS

RI.5.2, RI.6.3, RL.5.2

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Standards-aligned

Sarah Williams

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer. Soccer players learn how to dribble and pass the ball. They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score. Most importantly, soccer players learn how to work together with their teammates.
What is the main idea?

They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score.

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

They learn how to work together as teammates.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the main idea?
Ways to Get to School
There are many different ways to get to school. Some children walk to school. Other children take a bus. Some children ride their bikes. Some children are driven to school by their parents.

Some children walk to school.

Some people ride the bus.

There are different ways to get to school.

Some people like to sing.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 5 pts

Choose the details about the main idea.
Summer.

Blanket.

Outside.

Sandwich.

Candy.

Lights.

Present.

Costume.

Pumpkin.

Leaves.

Water.

Swimsuit.

Slide.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the difference between main idea and details?

Main idea show you the key points in the text. The supporting details fill in the space to make the story interesting.

Main idea is evidence given in the story. Supporting details are the key points in the text.

Main idea is the same as theme. Supporting details are usually related to the story.

Main ideas show you the key points in the text. The supporting details give evidence to support the main idea.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the main idea of this passage?
Yesterday was my birthday. When I woke up, I noticed my sister Kate hung up a sign that said, "Happy Birthday, Jenny!" Mom made mac and cheese for dinner. It's my favorite. My friend Alex came over and handed me a wrapped gift. I wondered what it was. It was a new purse! I had a great day.

Kate had a great birthday.

Jenny had a great birthday.

Kate got lots of gifts.

Jenny got lots of gifts.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the main idea of this passage?

Andre can not go in the living room.

Andre's parents bought new carpet.

Andre likes to make a mess.

Andre's parents made new rules to keep the new carpet clean.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the main idea of this passage?

Buster is my dog.

Buster can sit.

Buster can do amazing tricks.

Buster doesn't listen.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

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Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer. Soccer players learn how to dribble and pass the ball. They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score. Most importantly, soccer players learn how to work together with their teammates.What is the main idea?

What is the main idea? Ways to Get to SchoolThere are many different ways to get to school. Some children walk to school. Other children take a bus. Some children ride their bikes. Some children are driven to school by their parents.

Choose the details about the main idea. Summer.

What is the difference between main idea and details?

What is the main idea of this passage?

What is the main idea of this passage?

What is the main idea of this passage?

What is the main idea of this passage?Benjamin Franklin loved to write. When he was twenty-two, he set up his own printing shop and started a newspaper. He also printed a book called Poor Richard's Almanac. It had funny stories, information about weather and wise sayings.

What is the main idea of this passage?

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Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer. Soccer players learn how to dribble and pass the ball. They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score. Most importantly, soccer players learn how to work together with their teammates.
What is the main idea?

What is the main idea?
Ways to Get to School
There are many different ways to get to school. Some children walk to school. Other children take a bus. Some children ride their bikes. Some children are driven to school by their parents.

Choose the details about the main idea.
Summer.

What is the main idea of this passage?
Benjamin Franklin loved to write. When he was twenty-two, he set up his own printing shop and started a newspaper. He also printed a book called Poor Richard's Almanac. It had funny stories, information about weather and wise sayings.