Main Idea Slides

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.

Tom started to reel in his line. The fish tugged and pulled hard. Judging by the weight of his catch, this fish could feed his family for three days. Tom struggled to stay in the boat and not be pulled over the side. Finally his catch came into view. He had snagged a snapping turtle!
What is the main idea?

• Tom finds enough food for his family.

• Tom gets pulled out of his boat by a huge fish.

• Tom didn't catch anything.

• Tom catches a snapping turtle while fishing.

Mary has a new pet.  Her pet is a baby kitten.  It is soft and cuddly.  The kitten likes to sleep a lot.  Mary put a soft blanket in a box for its bed.  Mary plays with her kitten when it is awake.  She never forgets to feed her kitten.
What is the main idea?

• The kitten sleeps a lot.

• Mary plays with her kitten

• Mary’s new pet is a kitten.

• Mary want a new pet.

What is the main idea of the passage: 'The sun was setting over the horizon, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink. Birds were returning to their nests, and the air was filled with the scent of blooming flowers.'

• A) The sun is setting.

• B) Birds are returning to their nests.

• C) The sky is orange and pink.

• D) The air smells like flowers.

Identify the main idea: 'In the heart of the city, there is a park that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle. People come here to relax, jog, or have a picnic.'

• A) The city is busy.

• B) The park is a peaceful escape.

• C) People like to jog.

• D) Picnics are popular.

What is the main idea of this sentence: 'The library is a place where you can find a vast collection of books, access the internet, and attend community events.'

• A) Libraries have many books.

• B) Libraries offer internet access.

• C) Libraries host community events.

• D) Libraries provide various resources and activities.

Determine the main idea: 'The rain poured down heavily, drenching everything in sight. Streets turned into rivers, and people hurried to find shelter.'

• A) It is raining heavily.

• B) Streets are rivers.

• C) People are hurrying.

• D) Everything is drenched.

What is the main idea of the paragraph: 'The museum houses ancient artifacts, modern art, and interactive exhibits. It is a place where history and creativity come alive.'

• A) The museum has ancient artifacts.

• B) The museum is a place of history and creativity.

• C) The museum has modern art.

• D) The museum has interactive exhibits.

Identify the main idea: 'The garden was full of vibrant flowers, buzzing bees, and chirping birds. It was a lively and colorful place.'

• A) The garden has vibrant flowers.

• B) The garden is lively and colorful.

• C) Bees are buzzing.

• D) Birds are chirping.

What is the main idea of this passage: 'The mountain trail was challenging, with steep climbs and rocky paths. Hikers needed to be prepared for a tough journey.'

• A) The trail is challenging.

• B) The trail has steep climbs.

• C) The trail has rocky paths.

• D) Hikers need to be prepared.