WorksheetsCentral idea practice
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 1hrs 7mins
Many people have not heard giraffes make noises. Giraffes do not use sounds to “talk” with each other. When hurt, giraffes make a low moo, something like a cow. When frightened, they make a short, high sound.
What is the central idea?
I can't wait until this weekend! We’re going to my grandparents’ house and my entire family will be there. I will spend most of my time playing games with my cousins. We always have such a good time together! The day goes by so fast, and by the end we are all exhausted... but we still don’t want to leave!
What is the central idea?
What at is the central idea of this paragraph?
Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer. Soccer players learn how to dribble and pass the ball. They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score. Most importantly, soccer players learn how to work together with their teammates.
The central idea is supported by....
concluding sentences
relevant details
The central idea of a passage/text is....
what the text is a little bit about
what the text is sometimes telling you
what the text is never about
what the text is mostly or mainly about
What might be the central idea of a book titled "Eat Your Fruits and Vegetables?"
Tomatoes are good for you.
Strawberries have seeds on the outside.
It's important to eat vegetables and fruit.
Spinach is good for your bones.
Supporting details....
are pointless when determining the central idea
just give more information
do not support the central idea
help prove the central idea (evidence)
Do you think this sentence implies a theme or a central idea? Even if someone has something else that you want, you should still be thankful for what you have.
Theme
Central Idea
Central idea and main idea are the same thing.
YES
NO
NO WAY
I can't wait until this weekend! We’re going to my grandparents’ house and my entire family will be there. I will spend most of my time playing games with my cousins. We always have such a good time together! The day goes by so fast, and by the end we are all exhausted... but we still don’t want to leave!
What is the central idea?
The central idea of a text is...
Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer. Soccer players learn how to dribble and pass the ball. They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score. Most importantly, soccer players learn how to work together with their teammates.
The central idea of a passage/text is....
what the text is a little bit about
what the text is sometimes telling you
what the text is never about
what the text is mostly or mainly about
What might be the central idea of a book titled "Eat Your Fruits and Vegetables?"
Tomatoes are good for you.
Strawberries have seeds on the outside.
It's important to eat vegetables and fruit.
Spinach is good for your bones.
Supporting details....
are pointless when determining the central idea
just give more information
do not support the central idea
help prove the central idea (evidence)
Do you think this sentence implies a theme or a central idea? It was a rainy day, and mom had to get creative to keep the kids from getting too bored.
Theme
Central idea
Do you think this sentence implies a theme or a central idea? Even if someone has something else that you want, you should still be thankful for what you have.
Theme
Central idea
What is the central idea?
Topic + point
What is the main idea?
What is the main idea?
Topic Sentence: My cat is afraid of everything.
Dora the Explorer is an educational show for kids.
Select ALL relevant details that support central idea:
It is important to wear your seatbelt.
All cars have seatbelts.
A seatbelt can keep you safe in a car crash.
Children should sit in the back seat.
Seatbelts hold our hips and shoulders in place, preventing further injuries.
Select ALL relevant details that support the central idea:
There are many things you can do to care for your teeth.
You can floss to clean between your teeth.
Toothpaste comes in many flavors.
Teeth help you chew food.
You can brush your teeth every morning and night.
Lightning is a dangerous act of nature.
A lightning strike can light up the sky.
Lightning kills over 70 people per year.
Lightning and thunder can happen in a storm.
It is important to take steps to avoid getting sick.
Sometimes when you are sick you will have a fever.
You should wash your hands to stop the spread of germs.
Walking is good exercise.
We need the sun to live on Earth.
The sun is a star.
The sun is huge.
The sun gives us light and heat.
It is important to wear your seatbelt.
All cars have seatbelts.
A seatbelt can keep you safe in a car crash.
Children should sit in the back seat.
There are many changes that come with spring.
Spring is the best season.
Leaves and flowers start to grow on trees again.
The four seasons are spring, summer, fall, and winter.
Growing a garden takes a lot of work.
You need to plant seeds and water them.
Gardens can grow flowers, fruits, or vegetables.
Gardening gloves keep your hands clean.
Boxing is a dangerous sport.
All boxers are the same size.
Each year, thousands of people get hurt while boxing.
Boxers wear big gloves.
Boxing is fun to watch.
Ostriches are the largest bird.
Ostriches can run as fast as a horse.
Ostriches use their feet and legs to protect themselves.
Ostriches don't really make good pets.
Ostriches are up to 9 feet tall.
Florida is a great state for a vacation.
Florida is home to Disney World.
Florida is south of Georgia.
Florida is in the United States.
People speak many languages in Florida.
Hamsters are a popular pet.
Hamsters are 5-6 inches long.
Hamsters are clean.
100,000 hamsters were sold in pet stores last year.
Hamsters eat vegetables and grains.
The eel looks somewhat like a snake.
Eels live in water.
Eels are very long and thin.
Some eels can electrocute people.
Eels are not a popular pet.
Pirates were robbers at sea.
Pirates sailed on ships.
"The Pirates" is a common sports team name.
Pirates flew flags with skulls and crossbones.
Pirates stole gold from other ships.
Africa is home to many kinds of animals.
Lions, giraffes, zebras, and elephants live in Africa.
Fish can live in oceans and rivers.
Africa is the second-largest continent.
You can see many animals at the zoo.
Exercising regularly is good for your health.
You should exercise for 30 minutes a day.
There are many different ways you can exercise.
Exercise makes your muscles and heart stronger.
Exercising with friends is fun.
What is the central idea of the passage?
Millions of acres of tropical rainforest have been destroyed. Many animals and people lose their homes when the rain forest is cut down. Today, people are destroying the forests so quickly that the animals are unable to adapt. Many of these animals, such as the leopard, need miles and miles of untouched rain forest in order to live. Furthermore, as more of the rainforest is destroyed, the risk of air pollution and loss of oxygen increases.
Leopards are losing their homes
The destruction of the rain forest is harming humans and animals.
The destruction of the rain forest is an interesting subject
Forests provide oxygen for humans and animals
What is the central idea of the passage?
Thomas Edison’s life span is known as “The age of Edison.” If it wasn’t for Thomas Edison, we might not have electric lights, telephones, movie cameras, or computers! Think of all the ways these great products affect our lives today. Edison held over 1,000 patents and received dozens of awards during his lifetime for his inventions and contributions to science.
The light bulb was an important invention
Thomas Edison was an important inventor
Thomas Edison was an excellent student
Creating inventions is a difficult process
What is the central idea of the passage?
In 1969, Apollo 11’s successful landing on the moon was seen on TV all around the world. At last, men had walked on the moon for the first time ever! Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin became famous American heroes. This mission was a great achievement for the U.S. space program, and led to six more Apollo flights in the years to come. The mission's success also led to further deep space explorations by the United States and other countries around the world.
Apollo 11’s landing was an important moment in history
Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin are heroes
People were surprised about Apollo 11's success
Millions watched the Apollo 11 moon landing
What is the central idea of the passage?
In training to be a knight, a person was expected to study hard and learn good manners. They were taught to play musical instruments, sing, and recite poetry. They also studied reading, writing, geometry, and strategy games. Another knight would then teach the person to shoot a bow and arrow, fight with a sword, and ride a horse. To say the least, knights had a well-rounded education.
Knights learned a variety of subjects while training
Knights were very talented individuals
Knights were very hard working
Sword fighting was the most important subject a knight learned
What is the main idea of the paragraph?
