Main Idea Task Cards

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to communicate.

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What does it mean to predict the weather?

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To predict the weather means to make an educated guess about what the weather will be like in the future.

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What are volcanoes?

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Volcanoes are openings in the Earth's surface where molten rock, ash, and gases can escape.

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What happens when a volcano erupts?

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When a volcano erupts, it can release lava, ash, and gases into the air.

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What is a thunderstorm?

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A thunderstorm is a storm that produces thunder, lightning, and often heavy rain.

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What do dolphins use to breathe?

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Dolphins breathe using lungs, just like humans.

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What is a colony in terms of penguins?

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A colony is a group of penguins that live and breed together.

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Who takes care of penguin eggs?

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Both parents take care of the eggs until they hatch.

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What is the significance of Ruth Wakefield in cookie history?

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Ruth Wakefield is known for inventing chocolate chip cookies by accident.

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How do meteorologists help us?

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Meteorologists help us by predicting the weather using various tools.