Central Idea

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What is the main idea of the paragraph about activities at the beach?

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There are many fun things to do at the beach.

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What is the central idea about bird ranges?

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Bird ranges can differ.

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What is the main idea of the paragraph about King Midas?

Seated on his throne, King Midas wore a golden crown. He had golden rings on each finger and held a golden scepter. His vest was embroidered with golden thread and even his shoes had golden ornaments. He had a golden box filled with gold coins. He named his daughter Marigold.

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King Midas loved gold.

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What is the central idea of the passage about Tom fishing?

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Tom catches a snapping turtle while fishing.

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What is the main idea of the passage:

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!

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The author enjoys spending time with her family.

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What is the central idea of the passage about soccer players?

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.

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Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

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What is the central idea of the passage about feeling better when sad?

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There are many ways to make yourself feel better.

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What is the central idea about seaweed?

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Seaweed has special characteristics.

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What is the central idea?

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.  

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Many animals live in water.

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What is the central idea about wild horses in the country?

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Winter effects horses every year.