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.

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?

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

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

Soccer players learn how to dribble.

They learn how to work together as teammates.

Many people have not heard giraffes make noises. Giraffes do not use sounds to “talk” with each other. When hurt, giraffes make a low moo, something like a cow. When frightened, they make a short, high sound. What is the main idea?

Cows and giraffes talk to each other.

Lots of people have heard giraffes talk.

What are supporting details?

Details from the text that develop the main idea

Details from the text that tell you how the character is feeling

Details about the text that tell you about the setting

Weather reporters have to give out a lot of information. That's why they use pictures. The pictures help them tell us about the weather without using so many words. Weather reporters need to know where the cold air is. They need to know where the warm air is. They have to know where it is raining and what types of clouds are in the area. Their reports need to be correct, but they also need to be short. The pictures help weather reporters get the information out in a fast way. Which sentence best describes the main idea of the paragraph?

Pictures help weather reporters get information out in a fast way

Weather reporters need to know where the cold air is

Their reports need to be correct, but they also need to be short

They have to know where it is raining and what types of clouds are in the area

Which sentence is a supporting detail that recycling is important?

Recycling paper saves trees from being cut down.

There are many landfills available for waste.

Clean jars before recycling them.

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

Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence? Elle Woods taught us that you can do anything you put your mind to.

She got into law school and became a lawyer even though no one believed in her.

Her best friend works at a salon, so she always looks good.

Elle really likes to socialize and have fun.

Out of all of the things, Elle loves her dog, Bruiser, the most.

Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence? It takes a lot of hard work to become a professional athlete.

Professional athletes spend countless hours practicing their sports.

People like professional football players make a lot of money.

All of us can be professional athletes.

What are supporting details?

Words, phrases, or sentences that tell more about the main idea.

Words, phrases or sentences that tell you the main idea

Descriptive words that provide imagery.

Mark wanted to be a great skater. But he didn't want to spend the hours practicing. He wished he could just do the tricks easily. Mark's dream was to have everyone stop and stare when he entered the skate park. He wanted them to say, "Mark is the best skater in the whole world." What is the main idea?

Mark wants everyone to think he's a great skater without doing the hard work.

Mark practices very hard to become a great skater.

Mark is the best skater at the park.

Mark wants to learn how to skate so he can compete.

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?

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

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

Soccer players learn how to dribble.

They learn how to work together as teammates.

What is the main idea of a passage?

A) The central point or message the author wants to convey.

B) A minor detail that supports the text.

C) The conclusion of the passage.

D) An unrelated fact mentioned in the text.

Which sentence is most likely the main idea of a paragraph?

A) Dogs are known for their loyalty and companionship.

C) Some dogs can perform tricks.

D) Dogs need to be walked daily.

How do supporting details function in a text?

A) They provide evidence and examples to clarify the main idea.

B) They introduce new topics unrelated to the main idea.

C) They summarize the entire text.

D) They confuse the reader with unnecessary information.

Identify the main idea in the following passage: 'The rainforest is home to a diverse range of species. It provides essential resources like oxygen and medicine. However, deforestation is threatening these vital ecosystems.'

D) Rainforests are vital ecosystems under threat from deforestation.

A) The rainforest is home to many species.

B) Deforestation is a threat to rainforests.

C) Rainforests provide essential resources.

Main Idea and Details

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English

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5th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Hard

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CCSS

RI.5.2, RL.5.2, RI.4.2

+6

Standards-aligned

Sarah Williams

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25 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

a statement that tells what the passage is mostly about

main idea

topic

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

a sentence in the passage that states the main idea

topic sentence

supporting details

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

determined after reading a passage

supporting detials

main idea

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The _________ support the main idea.

supporting details

main idea

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the difference between a main idea and a detail?

Main idea is the topic of a text, while a detail is information that supports the main idea.

Main idea can be found in the conclusion only.

Details are more important than the main idea.

There is no difference; they mean the same thing.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

6.

DROPDOWN QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Another way to say main idea is (a)

central idea

algebra

biology

key details

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a detail that supports the main idea that exercise is beneficial for health?

Exercise can help you lose weight.

Regular exercise can improve your mood.

Exercise requires expensive equipment.

Exercise can increase your energy levels.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

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