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.

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 the main idea of the following paragraph? When we think of seaweed, we usually picture brown or green plants a foot or so in length. Seaweeds are also of other colors. Some are red. Some kinds grow to lengths of a hundred feet! These form giant seaweed forests, where many kinds of fish take shelter.

Why some seaweed grows so large

What is the main idea of the paragraph below?

Homemade pizza is delicious and easy to make.

Pizza is made from flour, yeast, and water.

You can add toppings to your pizza like mushrooms or pepperoni.

The job of key details is to do what?

support, or back up, the main idea

give the big idea about the topic

"Leaves change color in the fall. Some turn red or orange. Some others turn yellow or brown. They fall from the trees. You can go outside, rake the leaves into a huge pile, and then jump in!" What is the main idea of this passage?

what leaves are like in the fall

What is the main idea of this passage?

Thanksgiving Day is a traditional day, to celebrate our blessings and family.

The first Thanksgiving was held in 1621.

Many people eat pumpkin pie for dessert.

Thanksgiving Day is celebrated in the United States as a day for giving thanks for all of the blessings we've had that year. It is celebrated each year on the fourth Thursday of November. The first Thanksgiving celebration was held in 1621. The Pilgrims and the Native Americans ate together back then. Today, we eat together with people who are important to us. Traditional foods are turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, and cranberry sauce. Many people eat pumpkin pie for dessert. This gathering is a time to count our blessings and to be with our family and friends. Click the option that gives three key details for this passage.

The Pilgrims and Native Americans ate together in 1621, We eat with people who are important to us today, We usually eat special traditional foods.

turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce

The Pilgrims and Native Americans ate together in 1621, We eat with people who are important to us today, People eat pecan pie on Thanksgiving.

Look at this book cover. What would the main idea for this text probably be?

During fall, the days get shorter and colder, and leaves fall from trees.

Pumpkins and apples are popular fall foods.

What is the main idea of the text below? Hurricanes are large, dangerous storms that can cause a lot of damage. Hurricane begin over the ocean and move slowly towards land. The storm surge is the most dangerous part of a hurricane. It can cause severe flooding once it reaches land. Hurricanes often cause water levels to rise and ocean waves to be larger and stronger, damaging anything on the shore. The hurricane can also cause extreme winds. These intense winds can cause trees to fall and destroy homes and other buildings.

Hurricanes are dangerous storms that cause a lot of damage.

Hurricanes cause severe flooding.

The storm surge is the most dangerous part.

Which sentence best describes the main idea of a paragraph?

B) It summarizes what the paragraph is about.

A) It provides a detailed description of a character.

C) It lists all the events in the paragraph.

D) It gives the setting of the story.

Identify the main idea of the following sentence: "The sun was setting, casting a golden glow over the calm ocean, as the seagulls flew home."

B) The sun is setting over the ocean.

What is the main idea of the following passage? "In the heart of the city, there is a small park where people come to relax. Children play on the swings, and adults read books on the benches. It's a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life."

B) The park is a peaceful escape in the city.

C) Children like to play on swings.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 5 pts

Read the group of words. Choose the main idea.
Theater
Candy
Popcorn
Dark

playing at the park

going to school

playing a soccer game

going to the movies

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.2.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 5 pts

Read the group of words. Choose the main idea.
Pencil.
Book.
Desk.
Headphones.

a day at school

playing outside

going to church

counting money

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RI.2.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 5 pts

Read the group of words. Choose the main idea.
Sweet.
Chewy.
Fruity.
Package.

sharpening a pencil

making a wish

eating a treat

reading a book

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.2.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 5 pts

Read the group of words. Choose the main idea.
Party.
Cake.
Sprinkles.
Presents.

birthday

summer

social studies

riding a bike

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.2.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The main idea is...

The most important part in a story

The setting in a story

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.2.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Choose the main idea.

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

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Main Idea and Key

Read the group of words. Choose the main idea.
Theater
Candy
Popcorn
Dark

Read the group of words. Choose the main idea.
Pencil.
Book.
Desk.
Headphones.

Read the group of words. Choose the main idea.
Sweet.
Chewy.
Fruity.
Package.

Read the group of words. Choose the main idea.
Party.
Cake.
Sprinkles.
Presents.

The main idea is...

Choose the main idea.

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.

What does the MAIN IDEA of a story tell the reader?

The main idea is supported by what?

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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.

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Read the group of words. Choose the main idea.
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Candy
Popcorn
Dark

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Pencil.
Book.
Desk.
Headphones.

Read the group of words. Choose the main idea.
Sweet.
Chewy.
Fruity.
Package.

Read the group of words. Choose the main idea.
Party.
Cake.
Sprinkles.
Presents.

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.