Controlling Idea and Supporting Details

Which sentence is a supporting detail that recycling is important?

• There are many landfills available for waste.

• Recycling paper saves trees from being cut down.

• Clean jars before recycling them.

• Separate your paper, cans, and glass jars before recycling.

Which sentence is a supporting detail that you should get enough sleep?

• Many people sleep later on the weekends.

• Caffeine keeps some people awake at night.

• Dark rooms are best for sleeping.

• Seven to nine hours keeps you refreshed the next day.

The Statue of Liberty is visited by thousands of people every year. The Statue of Liberty is a 151 foot tall statue of a woman holding a book and a torch. It was a gift of friendship from the people of France. It has become the universal symbol for freedom.
Which of the following is NOT a supporting detail? 

• The Statue of Liberty is an amazing statue

• The Statue of Liberty is 151 feet tall

• Thousands of people visit the Statues of Liberty each year

• It was a gift of friendship from France

What is the relationship between the controlling idea and key details in a text?

• The controlling idea is a minor point, while key details are the main focus of the text.

• The controlling idea is unrelated to the key details in a text.

• The controlling idea and key details in a text have no relationship.

• The controlling idea provides the main point or central theme, while key details support or explain the controlling idea.

When summarizing a paragraph, you should include:

• Every detail and example

• Only the main idea

• The main idea and key supporting details

• Your own opinions about the topic

During a school project on environmental conservation, Zoe argues that recycling is crucial. Which of her supporting details best illustrates this point?

• Many communities have access to large landfills for waste disposal.

• By recycling paper, we prevent numerous trees from being cut down.

• It's important to clean jars thoroughly before recycling them.

• Emma suggests separating paper, cans, and glass jars for more efficient recycling.

Which of the following best represents the main idea?

• Specific facts and examples used to support the main idea.

• The central point or message that the author wants to convey.

• A moral or lesson that can be learned from the story.

• A brief summary of the story's events.

How do key details support the controlling idea in a text?

• Key details provide specific information or evidence that directly relates to and reinforces the main idea or theme of the text.

• Key details provide irrelevant information that distracts from the main idea.

• Key details contradict the main idea of the text.

• Key details are unnecessary and do not contribute to the main idea.

What is the controlling idea in a text?

• Supporting details

• Main point or central theme

• Background information

• Summary or synopsis

Why is it important to identify the controlling idea in a text?

• To understand the main point or theme of the text.

• To analyze the structure and organization of the text.

• To determine the author's purpose in writing the text.

• To identify the supporting details in the text.