Free Printable Main Idea

1.

. Because zombies were once human, they share many characteristics with humans. They differ from humans in several important ways, however. Zombies don’t feel pain. In fact, they can function without important parts such as their internal organs. Zombies lack coordination when they move. Zombies also lack human intelligence.

What’s the main idea?

a)

Zombies may look like humans

b)

Zombies don’t feel pain and don’t need their organs.

c)

Zombies differ from human in vital ways.

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Because zombies were once human, they share many characteristics with humans. They differ from humans in several important ways, however. Zombies don’t feel pain. In fact, they can function without important parts such as their internal organs. Zombies lack coordination when they move. Zombies also lack human intelligence.

What is a detail that supports the main idea?

a)

Zombies may look like humans.

b)

Zombies don’t feel pain and don’t need their organs.

c)

Zombies differ from human in vital ways.

3.

Frank the Zombie awoke with one thing on his mind. “Brains!” Frank muttered. Frank walked with a halting gait toward the mall. “Brains!” Frank called, but all of the humans were safely locked inside. Frank headed to his next favorite feeding spot, a college campus. “Brains!” Frank cried, but there were no humans in sight. Frank wandered down Main Street, calling for brains but was destined to stay hungry that night.

What’s the main idea?

a)

Frank the Zombie likes brains

b)

The humans were barricaded inside the mall, so Frank could not get brains.

c)

Frank the Zombie was unsuccessful in his quest for brains.

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Frank the Zombie awoke with one thing on his mind. “Brains!” Frank muttered. Frank walked with a halting gait toward the mall. “Brains!” Frank called, but all of the humans were safely locked inside. Frank headed to his next favorite feeding spot, a college campus. “Brains!” Frank cried, but there were no humans in sight. Frank wandered down Main Street, calling for brains but was destined to stay hungry that night.

What is a detail that supports the main idea?

a)

a. Frank the Zombie likes brains.

b)

b. The humans were barricaded inside the mall, so Frank could not get brains.

c)

c. Frank the Zombie was unsuccessful in his quest for brains.

5.

Having a zombie encounter may be a terrifying experience, but as long as you keep a cool head, you can survive. Zombies move very slowly, so they can be outrun. Zombies also lack basic intelligence, so they are easily confused by traps and distractions. If all else fails, you can lock yourself in a secure location. Most zombies lack the fine motor skills needed to manipulate locks and doorknobs.

What’s the main idea?

a)

Humans have superior skills and abilities that allow them to defeat zombies.

b)

You must keep a cool head around zombies.

c)

Zombies lack basic intelligence.

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Having a zombie encounter may be a terrifying experience, but as long as you keep a cool head, you can survive. Zombies move very slowly, so they can be outrun. Zombies also lack basic intelligence, so they are easily confused by traps and distractions. If all else fails, you can lock yourself in a secure location. Most zombies lack the fine motor skills needed to manipulate locks and doorknobs.

What is a detail that supports the main idea?

a)

Humans have superior skills and abilities that allow them to defeat zombies.

b)

You must keep a cool head around zombies.

c)

Zombies lack basic intelligence.

7.

Little is known about zombieism. Scientists currently do not have a cure once someone has turned into a zombie. Scientists also do not know where the zombie virus originated. In fact, scientists aren’t even sure if zombieism is caused by a virus. One thing that is known is that someone catches zombieism from being bitten by a zombie.

What is the main idea?

a)

Little is known about zombieism.

b)

There is no known cure for zombieism.

c)

Zombieism is caught from being bitten by a zombie.

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Little is known about zombieism. Scientists currently do not have a cure once someone has turned into a zombie. Scientists also do not know where the zombie virus originated. In fact, scientists aren’t even sure if zombieism is caused by a virus. One thing that is known is that someone catches zombieism from being bitten by a zombie.

What is a detail that supports the main idea?

a)

Little is known about zombieism

b)

There is no known cure for zombieism.

c)

Zombieism is caught from being bitten by a zombie.

9.

In case of a mass outbreak of zombies, one should have a zombie emergency kit on hand. This kit should contain everything needed for survival. This includes food, water, matches, extra clothing, and a pocket knife. Families should also discuss a zombie disaster plan so everyone knows what to do in case of zombie emergency. Advance preparation is necessary in order to survive a zombie outbreak. What is the main idea? .

a)

A zombie survival kit includes food, water, and matches

b)

You should pack a survival kit in case of a zombie outbreak.

c)

Being prepared ahead of time is key in surviving a zombie outbreak.

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In case of a mass outbreak of zombies, one should have a zombie emergency kit on hand. This kit should contain everything needed for survival. This includes food, water, matches, extra clothing, and a pocket knife. Families should also discuss a zombie disaster plan so everyone knows what to do in case of zombie emergency. Advance preparation is necessary in order to survive a zombie outbreak.

What is a detail that supports the main idea?

a)

A zombie survival kit includes food, water, and matches

b)

You should pack a survival kit in case of a zombie outbreak.

c)

Being prepared ahead of time is key in surviving a zombie outbreak.

11.

Zombies first appeared in popular culture as early as 1918. Zombies figure prominently in movies, books, video games, TV shows, and websites. Some zombie entertainment storylines are mean to be scary, while others are meant to be humorous.

What is the main idea?

a)

Zombies figure prominently in pop culture.

b)

Zombies have appeared in movies

c)

Zombies are scary or funny.

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Zombies first appeared in popular culture as early as 1918. Zombies figure prominently in movies, books, video games, TV shows, and websites. Some zombie entertainment storylines are mean to be scary, while others are meant to be humorous. What is a detail that supports the main idea? .

a)

Zombies figure prominently in pop culture.

b)

Zombies have appeared in movies

c)

Zombies are scary or funny.

13.

What is the main idea of the passage?

a)

Bat are mammals.

b)

Bats eat 600 mosquitoes in one hour.

c)

Bats eat many insects.

14.

What sentences supports the main idea that bats eat many insects?

a)

sentence 1

b)

sentence 2

c)

sentence 3

d)

sentence 4

e)

sentence 5

15.

The main idea is what the passage is ____ about.

a)

Partly

b)

Mostly

16.

Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were the first men to walk on the surface of the moon, but they were not the last. That was Gene Cernan, the last man to step off the lunar surface. In total there have been twelve men who have walked on the moon, all of whom had done so between 1969 and 1972, which is the most recent non-Michael Jackson moon walking. What is the topic of the passage? The topic of the paragraph is (a) .

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Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were the first men to walk on the surface of the moon, but they were not the last. That was Gene Cernan, the last man to step off the lunar surface. In total there have been twelve men who have walked on the moon, all of whom had done so between 1969 and 1972, which is the most recent non-Michael Jackson moon walking. What are some supporting details that are related to the topic? Type your answers below.

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Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were the first men to walk on the surface of the moon, but they were not the last. That was Gene Cernan, the last man to step off the lunar surface. In total there have been twelve men who have walked on the moon, all of whom had done so between 1969 and 1972, which is the most recent non-Michael Jackson moon walking. What is the main idea?

a)

People who walked on the moon

b)

Armstrong & Aldrin

First Men on the Moon

c)

Cernan was the

Last Man on the Moon

d)

12 Men Have Walked

On the Moon

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When one hears the term "reality" applied to a show, one might expect that the events portrayed occurred naturally or, at the least, were not scripted. This is not always the case. Many reality shows occur in unreal environments, like rented mansions occupied by film crews. Such living environments do not reflect what most people understand to be "reality." Worse, there have been accusations that events not captured on film were later restaged by producers. Worse still, some involved in the production of "reality" television claim that the participants were urged to act out story lines premeditated by producers. With such accusations floating around, it's no wonder many people take reality TV to be about as real as the sitcom. What is the main idea?

a)

Reality TV isn't always real.

b)

Most people on reality TV aren't rich.

c)

Reality TV makes everyone a star.

d)

Reality TV shows are like sitcoms.

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It is estimated that over twenty million pounds of candy corn are sold in the US each year. Brach’s, the top manufacturer, sells enough candy corn to circle the earth 4.25 times if each piece were laid end to end. That’s a lot of candy corn, but that’s nothing compared to the production of Tootsie Rolls. Over 64 million Tootsie Rolls are produced every day! But even Tootsie Rolls have got nothing on the candy industry’s staple product: chocolate. Confectioners manufacture over twenty billion pounds of chocolate in the United States each year. Now that’s a mouthful! What is the main idea of the paragraph?

a)

How much popular candies are produced.

b)

Tootsie Rolls are considered America's favorite candies

c)

People eat a lot of candy each year.

d)

Chocolate has been voted the world's favorite candy.

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Screech! When a driver pushes on the brake pedal, it initiates a process that causes the vehicle to stop in motion. We literally trust braking systems with our lives every time we get into a vehicle or cross at a busy intersection. How does this life-critical process work? It begins when the pedal is pushed. At this moment brake fluid is released into the braking mechanisms. As the fluid collects, this creates a leverage, which causes a friction to be applied. This friction will create a force that will cause the wheels to stop and allow you to reach your destination safely. Beep! Beep! What is the main idea?

a)

Ho a braking system works on a car.

b)

Driving a car is easy when it works properly.

c)

Riding a bike and driving a car are the same.

d)

Brake fluid is important when driving a car.

22.

Should the reader try to identify the topic while reading the text to determine the main idea?

a)

Yes

b)

No

23.

Identifying details while reading the text is great. When identifying main idea the details should ________ the topic.

a)

support

b)

important

c)

random

d)

detail

24.

How confident are you at identifying the main idea?

a)

Very confident

b)

Somewhat confident

c)

Confident/Not confident (neutral)

d)

Not Confident at all

25.

Homemade pizza is delicious. First, make the dough from flour, water, and yeast. After that, begin making the tomato sauce. Next, add any vegetables you like. Then, bake it in the oven. After a short time, the kitchen begins to smell delicious. Soon, it’s ready to eat!

The topic of the paragraph is________________.

a)

How to make homemade pizza.

b)

How to eat homemade pizza.

c)

How delicious homemade pizza can taste.

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When one hears the term "reality" applied to a show, one might expect that the events portrayed occurred naturally or, at the least, were not scripted. This is not always the case. Many reality shows occur in unreal environments, like rented mansions occupied by film crews. Such living environments do not reflect what most people understand to be "reality." Worse, there have been accusations that events not captured on film were later restaged by producers. Worse still, some involved in the production of "reality" television claim that the participants were urged to act out story lines premeditated by producers. With such accusations floating around, it's no wonder many people take reality TV to be about as real as the sitcom.

What is the main idea?

a)

Reality TV is definitely real.

b)

Reality TV is super cool.

c)

Reality TV isn't always real.

d)

Reality TV shows are like sitcoms.

e)

Reality TV makes everyone a star.

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Screech! When a driver pushes on the brake pedal, it initiates a process that causes the vehicle to stop in motion. We literally trust braking systems with our lives every time we get into a vehicle or cross at a busy intersection. How does this life-critical process work? It begins when the pedal is pushed. At this moment brake fluid is released into the braking mechanisms. As the fluid collects, this creates a leverage, which causes a friction to be applied. This friction will create a force that will cause the wheels to stop and allow you to reach your destination safely. Beep! Beep!

What is the main idea?

a)

Riding a bike and driving a car are the same.

b)

How a braking system works on a car.

c)

Driving a car is easy when it works properly.

d)

Brake fluid is important when driving a car.

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Should the reader try to identify the topic while reading the text to determine the main idea?

a)

Yes

b)

No

c)

I have no idea.

29.

Identifying details while reading the text is great. When identifying main idea the details should ________ the topic.

a)

detail

b)

random

c)

important

d)

support

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The main idea is supported by what?

a)

concluding sentences

b)

details

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What does the MAIN IDEA of a story tell the reader?

a)

The most important idea about a topic or a story.

b)

The conflict of the story

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One dinosaur had a brain that weighed about as much as three pencils. Its body weighed ten tons and was over twenty feet in length. As you can guess, this dinosaur did not think too clearly. It wasn't the world's brightest dinosaur! What is the main idea of this paragraph?

a)

How big one dinosaur was

b)

What one dinosaur's brain was like

33.

Look at this book cover, what do you think the main topic will be?

a)

cars, trains, planes

b)

barbie dolls

34.

Now look at this book cover, what might one of your key details be?

a)

dolphins live in the ocean

b)

2nd graders take a field trip to the YMCA

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What is the main idea of this passage?

It was backwards day at school. The students had to do things backwards. Some wore their t-shirts backwards. Dessert was served first at lunch. They turned their papers upside down to write. They tried to write backwards.

a)

Dessert comes after lunch.

b)

The students had backwards day at school.

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Not all animals that live in the water are fish. Frogs and tadpoles, for example, spend part of their lives in water. They are amphibians, not true fish. Whales and seals are warm-blooded mammals. Some snakes live partly in water too. What is the main idea?

a)

Which animals live in water

b)

Why whales live in water

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There are about 13,000 wild horses in our country. Most are in the high lands of the Southwest. The horses find great difficulty in getting food during the winter months. Snow covers the grass and small bushes that they feed on. Their numbers grow smaller each year. What is the main idea?

a)

What is happening to our wild horses

b)

Why grass and bushes can't be seen

38.

An octopus isn't fast enough to swim after a fish. The octopus must wait for a fish to swim by. When the fish comes within reach, the octopus whips out his long arm to grasp it. Then the octopus has a tasty meal. What is the main idea?

a)

How much fish an octopus eats

b)

How an octopus gets its food

39.

Mary has a new pet. Her pet is a baby kitten. It is soft and cuddly. The kitten likes to sleep a lot. Mary put a soft blanket in a box for its bed. Mary plays with her kitten when it is awake. She never forgets to feed her kitten.

What is the main idea?

a)

Mary’s new pet is a kitten.

b)

Mary want a new pet.

40.

What is the main idea of this picture?

a)

sports equipment

b)

fruit

c)

insects

d)

who or what the story is about

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What is the main idea of this picture?

a)

sports equipment

b)

fruit

c)

insects

d)

who or what the story is about

42.

What is the main idea of this picture?

a)

sports equipment

b)

fruit

c)

insects

d)

who or what the story is about

43.

What's the main idea?

a)

Kim saw Tom.

b)

Tom dropped a book.

c)

Kim helped Tom.

d)

Tom likes to ride his bike.

44.

What's the main idea?

a)

how animals move their babies

b)

Cats carry their babies in their mouths.

c)

Kangaroos carry their babies in their pouches.

d)

Fish carry their babies in their throats.

e)

Swans carry their babies on their backs.

45.

What's the main ide?

a)

A boy loves his dog.

b)

A boy needs to give his dog a bath.

c)

A boy does not care for his dog.

d)

A boy is giving his dog away.

46.

Look at this book cover, what do you think the main topic will be?

a)

cars, trains, planes

b)

barbie dolls

47.

Now look at this book cover, what might one of your key details be?

a)

dolphins live in the ocean

b)

2nd graders take a field trip to the YMCA

48.

Mary has a new pet. Her pet is a baby kitten. It is soft and cuddly. The kitten likes to sleep a lot. Mary put a soft blanket in a box for its bed. Mary plays with her kitten when it is awake. She never forgets to feed her kitten.

What is the main idea?

a)

Mary’s new pet is a kitten.

b)

Mary want a new pet.

49.

An octopus isn't fast enough to swim after a fish. The octopus must wait for a fish to swim by. When the fish comes within reach, the octopus whips out his long arm to grasp it. Then the octopus has a tasty meal. What is the main idea?

a)

How much fish an octopus eats

b)

How an octopus gets its food

50.

There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.
What is the main idea?

a)

There are many fun things to do at the beach.

b)

It is also fun to look for shells.

c)

Some people simply like to sunbathe.

d)

Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

51.

Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers. They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go. Mrs. Jones works nights. She bakes cakes, cookies, and pies. Mrs. Brown works in the daytime. She bakes bread and rolls. Both Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are very good bakers.
What is the main idea?

a)

Mrs. Jones bakes pies.

b)

Mrs. Brown bakes rolls.

c)

Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers

d)

They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go.

52.

It was backward day at school. The students had to do things backward. Some of them wore their T-shirts backward. They took a test before they studied the lesson. Dessert was served first instead of last. They tried to walk home backward, but they bumped into each other and fell down.
What is the main idea?

a)

Dessert is supposed to come last.

b)

The students had a backward day.

c)

It is hard to do things backward.

d)

Students failed their tests.

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Jon held the ball in his hands. He bounced it slowly on the ground. Once. Twice. He crouched low and then jumped. The ball flew into the air. Up, up, up, it went. Then down, down, into the basket. “Yes!” he yelled. “Nothing but net!”
What is the main idea?

a)

How to throw a basketball.

b)

Jon could jump.

c)

Jon liked basketball.

d)

Jon makes a basket.

54.

John and Matt want to be firemen. They want to ride on the big fire truck. John wants to climb ladders and rescue people from fires. Matt wants to hold the big hose and spray water on the fires to put them out.
What is the main idea?

a)

John wants to climb a ladder.

b)

John and Matt want to be firemen

c)

Matt wants to hold a fire hose.

d)

They want to ride on the big fire truck.

55.

There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.
What is the main idea?

a)

There are many fun things to do at the beach.

b)

It is also fun to look for shells.

c)

Some people simply like to sunbathe.

d)

Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

56.

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.
What is the main idea?

a)

They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score.

b)

Soccer players learn how to dribble.

c)

They learn how to work together as teammates.

d)

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

57.

John and Matt want to be firemen. They want to ride on the big fire truck. John wants to climb ladders and rescue people from fires. Matt wants to hold the big hose and spray water on the fires to put them out.
What is the main idea?

a)

John wants to climb a ladder.

b)

John and Matt want to be firemen

c)

Matt wants to hold a fire hose.

d)

They want to ride on the big fire truck.

58.

Jenny visited her grandmother in the hospital. She saw how kind and helpful the nurses were to her grandmother. Now she wants to be a nurse when she grows up. She wants to help sick people get well.
What is the main idea?

a)

Jenny got sick.

b)

Jenny wants to be a nurse.

c)

Her grandmother was in the hospital.

d)

Jenny was glad the nurses were being kind to her grandmother.

59.

Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers. They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go. Mrs. Jones works nights. She bakes cakes, cookies, and pies. Mrs. Brown works in the daytime. She bakes bread and rolls. Both Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are very good bakers.
What is the main idea?

a)

Mrs. Jones bakes pies.

b)

Mrs. Brown bakes rolls.

c)

Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers

d)

They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go.

60.

Mary has a new pet. Her pet is a baby kitten. It is soft and cuddly. The kitten likes to sleep a lot. Mary put a soft blanket in a box for its bed. Mary plays with her kitten when it is awake. She never forgets to feed her kitten.
What is the main idea?

a)

The kitten sleeps a lot.

b)

Mary plays with her kitten

c)

Mary’s new pet is a kitten.

d)

Mary want a new pet.

61.

The frog sat on the side of the pond. He was very still. His green color made him hard to see. A bug flew near him. His tongue zipped out, and he gobbled it up. Then the frog was still again. He waited for the next bug.
What is the main idea?

a)

Frogs are green .

b)

Frogs eat bugs.

c)

Frogs do not move.

d)

Frogs live in ponds.

62.

It was backward day at school. The students had to do things backward. Some of them wore their T-shirts backward. They took a test before they studied the lesson. Dessert was served first instead of last. They tried to walk home backward, but they bumped into each other and fell down.
What is the main idea?

a)

Dessert is supposed to come last.

b)

The students had a backward day.

c)

It is hard to do things backward.

d)

Students failed their tests.

63.

Jon held the ball in his hands. He bounced it slowly on the ground. Once. Twice. He crouched low and then jumped. The ball flew into the air. Up, up, up, it went. Then down, down, into the basket. “Yes!” he yelled. “Nothing but net!”
What is the main idea?

a)

How to throw a basketball.

b)

Jon could jump.

c)

Jon liked basketball.

d)

Jon makes a basket.

64.

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 main idea?

a)

Giraffes do make noises

b)

Giraffes talk all the time.

c)

Cows and giraffes talk to each other.

d)

Lots of people have heard giraffes talk.

65.

Mark wanted to be a great skater. But he didn't want to spend the hours practicing. He wished he could just do the tricks easily. Mark's dream was to have everyone stop and stare when he entered the skate park. He wanted them to say, "Mark is the best skater in the whole world."
What is the main idea?

a)

Mark wants everyone to think he's a great skater without doing the hard work.

b)

Mark practices very hard to become a great skater.

c)

Mark is the best skater at the park.

d)

Mark wants to learn how to skate so he can compete.

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If you are feeling sad, you can make yourself feel better by doing a few simple things. You can take a walk (or get another form of exercise), you can talk to a friend, or you can write down your feelings. Writing down the good things in your life will help too. Doing something good for someone else will also help you feel better. If you still feel a little sad, act happy. It works like magic to make you feel better!
What is the main idea?

a)

Sometimes people feel sad.

b)

You should do good things for others.

c)

We're not always happy.

d)

There are many ways to make yourself feel better.

67.

Tom started to reel in his line. The fish tugged and pulled hard. Judging by the weight of his catch, this fish could feed his family for three days. Tom struggled to stay in the boat and not be pulled over the side. Finally his catch came into view. He had snagged a snapping turtle!
What is the main idea?

a)

Tom finds enough food for his family.

b)

Tom gets pulled out of his boat by a huge fish.

c)

Tom didn't catch anything.

d)

Tom catches a snapping turtle while fishing.

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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 main idea?

a)

Weekends are times to travel.

b)

The author enjoys spending time with her family.

c)

The author's grandparents live far away.

d)

The author is sad to leave her cousins.

69.

There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.
What is the main idea?

a)

There are many fun things to do at the beach.

b)

It is also fun to look for shells.

c)

Some people simply like to sunbathe.

d)

Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

70.

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.
What is the main idea?

a)

They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score.

b)

Soccer players learn how to dribble.

c)

They learn how to work together as teammates.

d)

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

71.

John and Matt want to be firemen. They want to ride on the big fire truck. John wants to climb ladders and rescue people from fires. Matt wants to hold the big hose and spray water on the fires to put them out.
What is the main idea?

a)

John wants to climb a ladder.

b)

John and Matt want to be firemen

c)

Matt wants to hold a fire hose.

d)

They want to ride on the big fire truck.

72.

Jenny visited her grandmother in the hospital. She saw how kind and helpful the nurses were to her grandmother. Now she wants to be a nurse when she grows up. She wants to help sick people get well.
What is the main idea?

a)

Jenny got sick.

b)

Jenny wants to be a nurse.

c)

Her grandmother was in the hospital.

d)

Jenny was glad the nurses were being kind to her grandmother.

73.

Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers. They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go. Mrs. Jones works nights. She bakes cakes, cookies, and pies. Mrs. Brown works in the daytime. She bakes bread and rolls. Both Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are very good bakers.
What is the main idea?

a)

Mrs. Jones bakes pies.

b)

Mrs. Brown bakes rolls.

c)

Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers

d)

They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go.

74.

Mary has a new pet. Her pet is a baby kitten. It is soft and cuddly. The kitten likes to sleep a lot. Mary put a soft blanket in a box for its bed. Mary plays with her kitten when it is awake. She never forgets to feed her kitten.
What is the main idea?

a)

The kitten sleeps a lot.

b)

Mary plays with her kitten

c)

Mary’s new pet is a kitten.

d)

Mary want a new pet.

75.

The frog sat on the side of the pond. He was very still. His green color made him hard to see. A bug flew near him. His tongue zipped out, and he gobbled it up. Then the frog was still again. He waited for the next bug.
What is the main idea?

a)

Frogs are green .

b)

Frogs eat bugs.

c)

Frogs do not move.

d)

Frogs live in ponds.

76.

It was backward day at school. The students had to do things backward. Some of them wore their T-shirts backward. They took a test before they studied the lesson. Dessert was served first instead of last. They tried to walk home backward, but they bumped into each other and fell down.
What is the main idea?

a)

Dessert is supposed to come last.

b)

The students had a backward day.

c)

It is hard to do things backward.

d)

Students failed their tests.

77.

Jon held the ball in his hands. He bounced it slowly on the ground. Once. Twice. He crouched low and then jumped. The ball flew into the air. Up, up, up, it went. Then down, down, into the basket. “Yes!” he yelled. “Nothing but net!”
What is the main idea?

a)

How to throw a basketball.

b)

Jon could jump.

c)

Jon liked basketball.

d)

Jon makes a basket.

78.

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 main idea?

a)

Giraffes do make noises

b)

Giraffes talk all the time.

c)

Cows and giraffes talk to each other.

d)

Lots of people have heard giraffes talk.

79.

Mark wanted to be a great skater. But he didn't want to spend the hours practicing. He wished he could just do the tricks easily. Mark's dream was to have everyone stop and stare when he entered the skate park. He wanted them to say, "Mark is the best skater in the whole world."
What is the main idea?

a)

Mark wants everyone to think he's a great skater without doing the hard work.

b)

Mark practices very hard to become a great skater.

c)

Mark is the best skater at the park.

d)

Mark wants to learn how to skate so he can compete.

80.

If you are feeling sad, you can make yourself feel better by doing a few simple things. You can take a walk (or get another form of exercise), you can talk to a friend, or you can write down your feelings. Writing down the good things in your life will help too. Doing something good for someone else will also help you feel better. If you still feel a little sad, act happy. It works like magic to make you feel better!
What is the main idea?

a)

Sometimes people feel sad.

b)

You should do good things for others.

c)

We're not always happy.

d)

There are many ways to make yourself feel better.

81.

Tom started to reel in his line. The fish tugged and pulled hard. Judging by the weight of his catch, this fish could feed his family for three days. Tom struggled to stay in the boat and not be pulled over the side. Finally his catch came into view. He had snagged a snapping turtle!
What is the main idea?

a)

Tom finds enough food for his family.

b)

Tom gets pulled out of his boat by a huge fish.

c)

Tom didn't catch anything.

d)

Tom catches a snapping turtle while fishing.

82.

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 main idea?

a)

Weekends are times to travel.

b)

The author enjoys spending time with her family.

c)

The author's grandparents live far away.

d)

The author is sad to leave her cousins.

83.

What is the main idea?

a)

Its the authors point of view

b)

Is what the passage is mostly about

c)

It is the sequence of the story.

84.

You should determine the main idea by combining the supporting details.

a)

True

b)

False

85.

The top three tips are as follows: Look at the big picture, Re-read the first and last sentence, and look for repetition.

a)

True

b)

False

86.

The main idea can be implied or stated.

a)

True

b)

False

87.

There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.
What is the main idea?

a)

There are many fun things to do at the beach.

b)

It is also fun to look for shells.

c)

Some people simply like to sunbathe.

d)

Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

88.

Benjamin Franklin loved to write. When he was twenty-two, he set up his own printing shop and started a newspaper. He also printed a book called Poor Richard’s Almanac. It had funny stories, information about the weather, and wise sayings.

a)

Benjamin Franklin loved to write stories and books.

b)

Benjamin Franklin worked very hard when he was young.

c)

Benjamin Franklin knew a lot about the weather.

d)

Benjamin Franklin was very poor.

89.

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 main idea?

a)

Weekends are times to travel.

b)

The author enjoys spending time with her family.

c)

The author's grandparents live far away.

d)

The author is sad to leave her cousins.

90.

Sharks can lose up to 30,000 teeth in their lifetime. Sharks have teeth arranged in rows inside their mouths. These teeth do not have roots like human teeth do, so they fall out easily. When a shark takes a powerful bite into its food, several teeth are lost. When these teeth are lost, new ones push forward from the back rows to replace them. Luckily, sharks continually grow new teeth to replace the thousands they lose.

a)

What shark teeth look like

b)

Sharks lose many teeth over their lifetime.

c)

Sharks are carnivorous predators.

91.

Training a dog to be a watchdog often reduces unexpected results. Some dogs quickly learn the difference between unwanted people and friends. This is because their masters welcome friends into their houses. However, some dogs will always attack the postman who comes to deliver letters. One explanation for this behavior is that, although the postman comes to the house often, he never enters the house. Therefore, the dog thinks the postman is someone not wanted, but keeps coming back anyway. Which sentence is the main idea?

a)

a. sentence 1

b)

b. sentence 2

c)

c. sentence 3

d)

d. sentence 5

92.

Someday we will all have robots that will be our personal servants. They will look and behave much like real humans. We will be able to talk to these mechanical helpers and they will be able to respond in kind! Amazingly, the robots of the future will be able to learn from experience. They will be smart, strong, and untiring workers whose only goal will be to make our lives easier.
What is this selection mainly about?

a)

Someday we will have robots that will be our personal servants.

b)

We will be able to talk to robots and they will be able to respond.

c)

You should give up if you are the Robots will look and behave much like real humans.

d)

Amazingly, the robots of the future will be able to learn from experience.

93.

Which tell the definition of the main idea?

a)

tells the most important thing about a topic

b)

the BIG idea

c)

what the passage is mostly about

d)

smaller pieces of information

94.

What is the main idea of this picture?

a)

sports equipment

b)

fruit

c)

insects

d)

who or what the story is about

95.

What is the main idea of this picture?

a)

sports equipment

b)

fruit

c)

insects

d)

who or what the story is about

96.

What is the main idea of this picture?

a)

sports equipment

b)

fruit

c)

insects

d)

who or what the story is about

97.

What's the main idea?

a)

The pyramids are in Egypt.

b)

The pyramids

c)

The pyramids were made with stones.

d)

The pyramids took many years to build.

98.

What's the main idea?

a)

Kim saw Tom.

b)

Tom dropped a book.

c)

Kim helped Tom.

d)

Tom likes to ride his bike.

99.

What's the main idea?

a)

Food is allowed only in certain areas.

b)

Recycling saves the environment.

c)

Throw away garbage in garbage cans.

d)

The park opens at dawn and closes at dusk.

100.

What's the main idea?

a)

how animals move their babies

b)

Cats carry their babies in their mouths.

c)

Kangaroos carry their babies in their pouches.

d)

Fish carry their babies in their throats.

e)

Swans carry their babies on their backs.

101.

IDENTIFY THE MAIN IDEA

Being a clown isn't all fun and games. Rodeo clowns expose themselves to great danger every time they perform. When cowboys dismount or bulls buck them off, rodeo clowns jump in front of the bulls and motion wildly to get their attention. In this way rodeo clowns provide an alternate target, and in doing so protect the rider. Of course, this is a very dangerous thing to do. So you see, sometimes clowning around can be serious business.

a)

Sometimes clowns can mean serious bussiness.

b)

Rodeo clowns protect cowboys by putting themselves in danger.

c)

Cowboys and Rodeo Clowns are constantly in danger.

d)

A Rodeo bull's attention is easily caught by Rodeo clowns.

102.

IDENTIFY THE MAIN IDEA

Before you put on that skeleton costume and rove door-to-door pandering for candy, take a minute to reflect on this tradition. Halloween is believed to have come from an ancient Celtic festival dating back some 2,000 years. November 1st was the Celtic New Year and marked the end of summer to the Celts. They celebrated on its eve by wearing costumes made of animal skins and dancing around bon fires. Over the next two millennia, this primitive celebration grew to be the candy fueled costume ball that we know today.

a)

The origins of Halloween

b)

The New Celtic Year

c)

Primitive traditions

d)

Why the skeleton costume is the best for Halloween

103.

There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.

What is the main idea?

a)

There are many fun things to do at the beach.

b)

It is also fun to look for shells.

c)

Some people simply like to sunbathe.

d)

Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

104.

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.

What is the main idea?

a)

They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score.

b)

Soccer players learn how to dribble.

c)

They learn how to work together as teammates.

d)

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

105.

Mrs. Gonzales likes to paint. She likes the pretty colors. She draws a picture first. Then she uses her paints. She gives her pictures to her son.

a)

Mrs. Gonzales does not paint well.

b)

Painting is fun.

c)

Mrs. Gonzales paints pictures.

106.

Aaron and Angel are friends. They look alike. They talk alike. Sometimes the dress alike. People think Aaron is Angel. People think Angel is Aaron. The boys think it is funny.

a)

Aaron and Angel are alike in many ways.

b)

Aaron is older than Angel.

c)

Angel is bigger than Aaron.

107.

An important farm crop in the United States is cotton. Cotton is used for making clothing. Cotton is still a popular choice for clothes because it is easy to clean and last a long time.

a)

Cotton is the most important U.S. crop.

b)

Cotton is not used today.

c)

Cotton is important for making clothes.

108.

When we think of seaweed, we usually picture brown or green plants a foot or so in length. Seaweeds are also of other colors. Some are red. Some kinds grow to lengths of a hundred feet! These form giant seaweed forests, where many kinds of fish take shelter. What is the main idea?

a)

Why some seaweed grows so large

b)

What seaweed is like

c)

Why seaweed is red

109.

John and Matt want to be firemen. They want to ride on the big fire truck. John wants to climb ladders and rescue people from fires. Matt wants to hold the big hose and spray water on the fires to put them out.
What is the main idea?

a)

John wants to climb a ladder.

b)

John and Matt want to be firemen

c)

Matt wants to hold a fire hose.

d)

They want to ride on the big fire truck.

110.

There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.
What is the main idea?

a)

There are many fun things to do at the beach.

b)

It is also fun to look for shells.

c)

Some people simply like to sunbathe.

d)

Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

111.

Jenny visited her grandmother in the hospital. She saw how kind and helpful the nurses were to her grandmother. Now she wants to be a nurse when she grows up. She wants to help sick people get well.
What is the main idea?

a)

Jenny got sick.

b)

Jenny wants to be a nurse.

c)

Her grandmother was in the hospital.

d)

Jenny was glad the nurses were being kind to her grandmother.

112.

The frog sat on the side of the pond. He was very still. His green color made him hard to see. A bug flew near him. His tongue zipped out, and he gobbled it up. Then the frog was still again. He waited for the next bug.
What is the main idea?

a)

Frogs are green .

b)

Frogs eat bugs.

c)

Frogs do not move.

d)

Frogs live in ponds.

113.

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 main idea?

a)

Giraffes do make noises

b)

Giraffes talk all the time.

c)

Cows and giraffes talk to each other.

d)

Lots of people have heard giraffes talk.

114.

Jenny visited her grandmother in the hospital. She saw how kind and helpful the nurses were to her grandmother. Now she wants to be a nurse when she grows up. She wants to help sick people get well.
What is the main idea?

a)

Jenny got sick.

b)

Jenny wants to be a nurse.

c)

Her grandmother was in the hospital.

d)

Jenny was glad the nurses were being kind to her grandmother.

115.

What is the definition of main idea?

a)

Its the authors point of view

b)

Is what the passage is mostly about

c)

It is the sequence of the story.

116.

The main idea can be implied or stated.

a)

True

b)

False

117.

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 main idea?

a)

Weekends are times to travel.

b)

The author enjoys spending time with her family.

c)

The author's grandparents live far away.

d)

The author is sad to leave her cousins.

118.

The main idea of a text is...

a)

what the text is a little bit about

b)

what the text is never about

c)

what the text is sometimes telling you

d)

what the text is mostly, or mainly, about

119.

What at is the main 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.

a)

They also learn how to control the ball so they can eventually score.

b)

Soccer players learn how to dribble.

c)

They learn how to work together as teammates.

d)

Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

120.

The main idea is supported by what?

a)

concluding sentences

b)

details

121.

The central idea of a passage/text is....

a)

what the text is a little bit about

b)

what the text is sometimes telling you

c)

what the text is never about

d)

what the text is mostly or mainly about

122.

What might be the central idea of a book titled "Eat Your Fruits and Vegetables?"

a)

Tomatoes are good for you.

b)

Strawberries have seeds on the outside.

c)

It's important to eat vegetables and fruit.

d)

Spinach is good for your bones.

123.

Supporting details....

a)

are pointless when determining the central idea

b)

just give more information

c)

do not support the central idea

d)

help prove the central idea (evidence)

124.

It doesn't matter what type of clothes you wear or the kind of music you listen to. What matters most is who you are inside.

a)

Theme

b)

Main Idea

125.

Do you think this sentence implies a theme or a main idea? It was a rainy day, and mom had to get creative to keep the kids from getting too bored.

a)

Theme

b)

Main Idea

126.

Do you think this sentence implies a theme or a main idea?When Julia fell off the monkey bars and broke her arm, she was terrified to go to the emergency room.

a)

Theme

b)

Main Idea

127.

Do you think this sentence implies a theme or a main idea?Even if someone has something else that you want, you should still be thankful for what you have.

a)

Theme

b)

Main Idea

128.

Central idea and main idea are the same thing.

a)

YES

b)

NO

c)

NO WAY

d)

YES WAY

129.

The theme is rarely directly stated.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

130.

You have to make inferences to figure out the theme of the story.

a)

Yes

b)

No

131.

There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.
What is the main idea?

a)

There are many fun things to do at the beach.

b)

It is also fun to look for shells.

c)

Some people simply like to sunbathe.

d)

Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

132.

John and Matt want to be firemen. They want to ride on the big fire truck. John wants to climb ladders and rescue people from fires. Matt wants to hold the big hose and spray water on the fires to put them out.
What is the main idea?

a)

John wants to climb a ladder.

b)

John and Matt want to be firemen

c)

Matt wants to hold a fire hose.

d)

They want to ride on the big fire truck.

133.

Jenny visited her grandmother in the hospital. She saw how kind and helpful the nurses were to her grandmother. Now she wants to be a nurse when she grows up. She wants to help sick people get well.
What is the main idea?

a)

Jenny got sick.

b)

Jenny wants to be a nurse.

c)

Her grandmother was in the hospital.

d)

Jenny was glad the nurses were being kind to her grandmother.

134.

Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers. They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go. Mrs. Jones works nights. She bakes cakes, cookies, and pies. Mrs. Brown works in the daytime. She bakes bread and rolls. Both Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are very good bakers.
What is the main idea?

a)

Mrs. Jones bakes pies.

b)

Mrs. Brown bakes rolls.

c)

Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers

d)

They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go.

135.

Mary has a new pet. Her pet is a baby kitten. It is soft and cuddly. The kitten likes to sleep a lot. Mary put a soft blanket in a box for its bed. Mary plays with her kitten when it is awake. She never forgets to feed her kitten.
What is the main idea?

a)

The kitten sleeps a lot.

b)

Mary plays with her kitten

c)

Mary’s new pet is a kitten.

d)

Mary want a new pet.

136.

The frog sat on the side of the pond. He was very still. His green color made him hard to see. A bug flew near him. His tongue zipped out, and he gobbled it up. Then the frog was still again. He waited for the next bug.
What is the main idea?

a)

Frogs are green .

b)

Frogs eat bugs.

c)

Frogs do not move.

d)

Frogs live in ponds.

137.

Tom started to reel in his line. The fish tugged and pulled hard. Judging by the weight of his catch, this fish could feed his family for three days. Tom struggled to stay in the boat and not be pulled over the side. Finally his catch came into view. He had snagged a snapping turtle!
What is the main idea?

a)

Tom finds enough food for his family.

b)

Tom gets pulled out of his boat by a huge fish.

c)

Tom didn't catch anything.

d)

Tom catches a snapping turtle while fishing.

138.

If the details are:
T. Rex was as big as a bus! He had very sharp teeth, perfect for eating meat. His teeth were as big as bananas!

a)

T. Rex was a very dangerous animal!

b)

Velociraptors were a very smart dinosaur.

c)

Dinosaurs lived a long time ago.

139.

If the main idea is...
The Crayola crayon box has so many colors to use!
What could a detail be?

a)

I like to color in coloring books.

b)

Crayons are made of wax.

c)

Macaroni and Cheese is one of the colors!

d)

Crayola crayons are $2 for each box.

140.

If the main idea is...
Trees help humans in many ways.
What could a supporting detail be?

a)

Trees need water to grow.

b)

Trees give us food.

c)

Trees are in danger.

d)

Birds live in trees.

141.

What is the main idea?
Rachel's Birthday Party
Rachel has her seventh birthday party today. Her parents blow up lots of balloons and bought a cake. Rachel has invited ten friends from school. She also has gift bags to give out to all of her friends.

a)

Her parents blow up lots of balloons.

b)

Rachel invited ten friends from school.

c)

She has gift bags for all of her friends.

d)

Rachel has her seventh birthday party today.

142.

What is the main idea?
Ways to Get to School
There are many different ways to get to school. Some children walk to school. Other children take a bus. Some children ride their bikes. Some children are driven to school by their parents.

a)

Some children walk to school.

b)

Some people ride the bus.

c)

There are different ways to get to school.

d)

Some people like to sing.

143.

What is the main idea?
Bears eat many types of food. They eat fish. They also eat berries. They even eat insects and insect nests!

a)

They eat fish.

b)

Bears eat many types of food.

c)

They also eat berries.

d)

They even eat insects and insect nests!

144.

iPods
You can do many things with an iPod. You can listen to your own music. iPods have lots of games to download. You can even chat with your friends on an iPod.
What is a supporting detail that was used?

a)

iPods are fun.

b)

iPods are different than iPads.

c)

You can listen to your own music.

d)

iPods

145.

What is the main idea?
Puppies need special care. They need to be fed twice a day. You have to watch them closely or they will chew on almost anything. Puppies need to go outside many times a day to learn how to go to the bathroom outside.

a)

They need to be fed twice a day.

b)

You have to watch them closely.

c)

Puppies need special care.

d)

Puppies need to go outside many times a day.

146.

There are many fun things to do at the beach. Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach. Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed. Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun. It is also fun to look for shells. Some people simply like to sunbathe.
What is the main idea?

a)

There are many fun things to do at the beach.

b)

It is also fun to look for shells.

c)

Some people simply like to sunbathe.

d)

Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

147.

John and Matt want to be firemen. They want to ride on the big fire truck. John wants to climb ladders and rescue people from fires. Matt wants to hold the big hose and spray water on the fires to put them out.
What is the main idea?

a)

John wants to climb a ladder.

b)

John and Matt want to be firemen

c)

Matt wants to hold a fire hose.

d)

They want to ride on the big fire truck.

148.

Jenny visited her grandmother in the hospital. She saw how kind and helpful the nurses were to her grandmother. Now she wants to be a nurse when she grows up. She wants to help sick people get well.
What is the main idea?

a)

Jenny got sick.

b)

Jenny wants to be a nurse.

c)

Her grandmother was in the hospital.

d)

Jenny was glad the nurses were being kind to her grandmother.

149.

Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers. They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go. Mrs. Jones works nights. She bakes cakes, cookies, and pies. Mrs. Brown works in the daytime. She bakes bread and rolls. Both Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are very good bakers.
What is the main idea?

a)

Mrs. Jones bakes pies.

b)

Mrs. Brown bakes rolls.

c)

Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Brown are bakers

d)

They work at a store called Bake Goods to Go.

150.

Mary has a new pet. Her pet is a baby kitten. It is soft and cuddly. The kitten likes to sleep a lot. Mary put a soft blanket in a box for its bed. Mary plays with her kitten when it is awake. She never forgets to feed her kitten.
What is the main idea?

a)

The kitten sleeps a lot.

b)

Mary plays with her kitten

c)

Mary’s new pet is a kitten.

d)

Mary want a new pet.

151.

The frog sat on the side of the pond. He was very still. His green color made him hard to see. A bug flew near him. His tongue zipped out, and he gobbled it up. Then the frog was still again. He waited for the next bug.
What is the main idea?

a)

Frogs are green .

b)

Frogs eat bugs.

c)

Frogs do not move.

d)

Frogs live in ponds.

152.

Tom started to reel in his line. The fish tugged and pulled hard. Judging by the weight of his catch, this fish could feed his family for three days. Tom struggled to stay in the boat and not be pulled over the side. Finally his catch came into view. He had snagged a snapping turtle!
What is the main idea?

a)

Tom finds enough food for his family.

b)

Tom gets pulled out of his boat by a huge fish.

c)

Tom didn't catch anything.

d)

Tom catches a snapping turtle while fishing.

153.

If the details are:
T. Rex was as big as a bus! He had very sharp teeth, perfect for eating meat. His teeth were as big as bananas!

a)

T. Rex was a very dangerous animal!

b)

Velociraptors were a very smart dinosaur.

c)

Dinosaurs lived a long time ago.

154.

If the main idea is...
The Crayola crayon box has so many colors to use!
What could a detail be?

a)

I like to color in coloring books.

b)

Crayons are made of wax.

c)

Macaroni and Cheese is one of the colors!

d)

Crayola crayons are $2 for each box.

155.

If the main idea is...
Trees help humans in many ways.
What could a supporting detail be?

a)

Trees need water to grow.

b)

Trees give us food.

c)

Trees are in danger.

d)

Birds live in trees.

156.

What is the main idea?
Rachel's Birthday Party
Rachel has her seventh birthday party today. Her parents blow up lots of balloons and bought a cake. Rachel has invited ten friends from school. She also has gift bags to give out to all of her friends.

a)

Her parents blow up lots of balloons.

b)

Rachel invited ten friends from school.

c)

She has gift bags for all of her friends.

d)

Rachel has her seventh birthday party today.

157.

What is the main idea?
Ways to Get to School
There are many different ways to get to school. Some children walk to school. Other children take a bus. Some children ride their bikes. Some children are driven to school by their parents.

a)

Some children walk to school.

b)

Some people ride the bus.

c)

There are different ways to get to school.

d)

Some people like to sing.

158.

What is the main idea?
Bears eat many types of food. They eat fish. They also eat berries. They even eat insects and insect nests!

a)

They eat fish.

b)

Bears eat many types of food.

c)

They also eat berries.

d)

They even eat insects and insect nests!

159.

iPods
You can do many things with an iPod. You can listen to your own music. iPods have lots of games to download. You can even chat with your friends on an iPod.
What is a supporting detail that was used?

a)

iPods are fun.

b)

iPods are different than iPads.

c)

You can listen to your own music.

d)

iPods

160.

What is the main idea?
Puppies need special care. They need to be fed twice a day. You have to watch them closely or they will chew on almost anything. Puppies need to go outside many times a day to learn how to go to the bathroom outside.

a)

They need to be fed twice a day.

b)

You have to watch them closely.

c)

Puppies need special care.

d)

Puppies need to go outside many times a day.

Main Idea

Total questions: 160

Worksheet time: 6hrs 2mins

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