Finding the Main Idea Flashcard

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What can you infer about the time of day from the sentence: "The sun was setting, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink."?

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It is evening.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

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What is the main idea of the following passage? "Dogs are known for their loyalty and companionship. They have been human's best friends for centuries, providing protection and love."

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Dogs are loyal and provide companionship.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

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In the text, "The rain poured down heavily, and the streets were flooded," what can you infer about the weather conditions?

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It is raining heavily.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

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What is the main idea of this paragraph? "The library is a place where you can find a vast collection of books. It is a quiet place for reading and studying, and it offers resources for research."

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Libraries are places for reading, studying, and research.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

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Based on the sentence, "The leaves rustled as the wind blew through the trees," what can you infer about the environment?

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It is a windy day.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

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What is the main idea of this passage? "Bicycles are a popular mode of transportation. They are eco-friendly and provide a good form of exercise."

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Bicycles are a popular, eco-friendly, and healthy mode of transportation.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

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In the text, "The classroom was silent as the students focused on their exams," what can you infer about the students' behavior?

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The students are concentrating on their exams.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

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What is the main idea of this paragraph? "Recycling helps reduce waste and conserve natural resources. It is an important practice for protecting the environment."

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Recycling helps protect the environment by reducing waste and conserving resources.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

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Based on the sentence, "The cat purred contentedly as it lay in the warm sunlight," what can you infer about the cat's mood?

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The cat is content and relaxed.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

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What is the main idea of this passage? "Eating a balanced diet is crucial for maintaining good health. It provides the body with essential nutrients and energy."

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Eating a balanced diet is important for health and provides necessary nutrients and energy.

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CCSS.RI.4.1