Central Idea and Key Details Quiz

What is the central idea of a story about a boy who learns to share his toys with his friends?

• The boy has many toys.

• Sharing is important for friendship.

• The boy likes to play alone.

• Toys are fun to play with.

Which detail is key to understanding the main idea of a passage about the life cycle of a butterfly?

• Butterflies have colorful wings.

• Butterflies start as caterpillars.

• Butterflies can fly long distances.

• Butterflies eat nectar from flowers.

How is the text structured if it describes events in the order they happen?

• Cause and effect

• Problem and solution

• Chronological order

• Compare and contrast

What can you infer about a character who always helps others in need?

• The character is selfish.

• The character is kind and caring.

• The character is shy.

• The character is adventurous.

What is the central idea of a passage about a community garden?

• Gardening is hard work.

• A community garden brings people together.

• Plants need water to grow.

• Vegetables are healthy.

Which detail supports the main idea that exercise is good for health?

• Exercise can be done indoors or outdoors.

• Exercise helps improve mood and energy levels.

• Exercise requires special equipment.

• Exercise is a fun activity.

What text structure is used if a passage explains how a problem was solved?

• Cause and effect

• Problem and solution

• Chronological order

• Compare and contrast

What can you infer about a story where a character is always late to school?

• The character is very organized.

• The character lives far from school.

• The character struggles with time management.

• The character dislikes school.

What is the central idea of a passage about recycling?

• Recycling is a waste of time.

• Recycling helps protect the environment.

• Recycling is expensive.

• Recycling is only for plastic.

Which detail is key to understanding the main idea of a passage about the importance of sleep?

• People dream during sleep.

• Sleep helps the body repair itself.

• Sleep can be done at any time of day.

• Sleep is a time to relax.