Reading Comprehension Skills Quiz

What is the main idea of the following sentence? "The cat chased the mouse all around the house until it finally caught it."

• The mouse was very fast.

• The cat caught the mouse after a chase.

• The house was very big.

• The mouse was hiding.

Which detail supports the main idea that "Dogs are loyal animals"?

• Dogs have four legs.

• Dogs can bark loudly.

• Dogs often stay by their owner's side.

• Dogs like to eat bones.

Summarize the following text: "The sun was shining brightly, and the children were playing in the park. They were having a great time on the swings and slides."

• The children were bored at the park.

• The sun was not shining.

• The children enjoyed playing in the park on a sunny day.

• The park was closed.

Identify the key vocabulary word in this sentence: "The scientist conducted an experiment to test the hypothesis."

• Scientist

• Experiment

• Conducted

• Hypothesis

What is the main idea of this paragraph? "The library is a quiet place where people can read and study. It has many books and comfortable chairs."

• The library is noisy.

• The library is a place to read and study quietly.

• The library has uncomfortable chairs.

• The library is closed on weekends.

Which sentence is a supporting detail for the main idea that "Birds can fly"?

• Birds have feathers.

• Birds build nests.

• Birds have wings that help them fly.

• Birds eat worms.

Summarize the following text: "The rain poured down heavily, and the streets were flooded. People stayed indoors to keep dry."

• It was a sunny day.

• The streets were dry.

• Heavy rain caused flooding, and people stayed inside.

• People went outside to enjoy the rain.

Identify the key vocabulary word in this sentence: "The artist painted a beautiful landscape of the mountains."

• Artist

• Painted

• Beautiful

• Landscape

What is the main idea of this sentence? "The chef prepared a delicious meal for the guests."

• The guests were not hungry.

• The chef cooked a tasty meal.

• The meal was not delicious.

• The guests left early.

Which detail supports the main idea that "Plants need sunlight to grow"?

• Plants have green leaves.

• Plants can grow in the dark.

• Plants use sunlight to make food.

• Plants need water.