Main Idea and Details Quiz

What is the main idea of a story?

• The main character's name

• The central point or message the story conveys

• The setting of the story

• The number of pages in the book

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

Which of the following is a supporting detail?

• The title of the book

• A fact or example that explains the main idea

• The author's name

• The number of chapters in the book

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

Read the following sentence: "Dogs are loyal animals." What is the main idea?

• Dogs are animals

• Dogs are loyal

• Dogs can bark

• Dogs have tails

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

Which sentence supports the main idea that "Exercise is good for health"?

• Exercise can be done indoors or outdoors

• Exercise helps improve heart health and strengthens muscles

• Some people exercise in the morning

• Exercise requires special equipment

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

Identify the main idea: "The sun is a star that provides light and heat to the Earth."

• The sun is a star

• The sun provides light and heat

• The Earth needs light

• Stars are in the sky

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Which of the following is a supporting detail for the main idea "Reading is beneficial"?

• Reading can be done at night

• Reading improves vocabulary and comprehension skills

• Some people read fiction

• Books can be borrowed from the library

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

What is the main idea of the paragraph: "Plants need sunlight, water, and soil to grow. Without these, they cannot survive."

• Plants need sunlight

• Plants need water

• Plants need sunlight, water, and soil to grow

• Plants cannot survive

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Which detail supports the main idea that "Eating fruits is healthy"?

• Fruits can be sweet or sour

• Fruits provide essential vitamins and minerals

• Some fruits grow on trees

• Fruits can be eaten raw

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

Identify the main idea: "Bicycles are a popular mode of transportation because they are eco-friendly and promote fitness."

• Bicycles are eco-friendly

• Bicycles promote fitness

• Bicycles are a popular mode of transportation

• Bicycles have two wheels

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Which sentence is a supporting detail for the main idea "Music can improve mood"?

• Music can be played on various instruments

• Listening to music can reduce stress and anxiety

• Some people prefer classical music

• Music has different genres

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1