Understanding Main Ideas and Supporting Details

What is the first step in identifying the central idea of a text?

• Look for repeated words

• Count the number of paragraphs

• Check the title and subheadings

• Read the last sentence

Which of the following is NOT a form of supporting detail in nonfiction texts?

• Dialogue

• Descriptions

• Statistics

• Personal opinions

What is the main purpose of the article 'Game Changer'?

• To entertain readers with a story

• To inform about changes in youth football

• To describe the history of football

• To persuade readers to play football

In the 'Game Changer' article, what change did the Vicksburg YMCA Football League implement?

• Allowed tackling for all age groups

• Banned all forms of football

• Introduced a new scoring system

• Stopped allowing third and fourth graders to tackle

What is a concussion as described in the 'Game Changer' article?

• A new football rule

• A type of football play

• A brain injury from a blow to the head

• A type of helmet

Why are hard hits particularly dangerous for children, according to Dr. Bennet Omalu?

• Children have stronger bones

• Children play more aggressively

• Children's brains are still developing

• Children are more likely to fall

What is one argument against banning tackling in youth football leagues?

• Players can be taught to tackle safely

• Tackling is too easy to learn

• Tackling is not a part of football

• Tackling is not popular among players

What alternative to tackling does the Vicksburg league use for young players?

• Rugby

• Basketball

• Soccer

• Flag football

What is the purpose of using a graphic organizer in understanding the article?

• To confuse the reader

• To make the text longer

• To replace reading the text

• To visually organize central ideas and supporting details

What is the main idea of the 'Tackling Debate' section in the article?

• All leagues agree on banning tackling

• Some leagues ban tackling while others do not

• Tackling is the safest part of football

• Tackling is not allowed in any league