Main Idea Quiz

What is the main idea of a passage or text?

• The main idea of a passage or text is the background information provided by the author.

• The main idea of a passage or text is the conclusion drawn by the author.

• The main idea of a passage or text is the central point or theme that the author is trying to convey.

• The main idea of a passage or text is the supporting evidence provided by the author.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following statements best summarizes the main idea of the given passage?

• The main idea of the passage is irrelevant

• The passage contains multiple main ideas

• The passage provides a clear main idea

• Cannot be determined

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the purpose of identifying the main idea in a text?

• To analyze the grammar and punctuation in the text.

• To identify the setting of the text.

• To determine the author's favorite character in the text.

• To understand the central theme or message of the text.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following is NOT a subtopic related to main idea?

• Supporting details

• Introduction

• Conclusion

• Main idea

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What are supporting details in a text?

• General statements that are unrelated to the main idea.

• Opinions that contradict the main idea.

• Specific pieces of information that provide evidence or examples to support the main idea or thesis statement.

• Irrelevant information that does not support the main idea.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following statements is an example of an inference?

• A

• D

• C

• B

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What is the process of summarizing a text?

• Condensing the main ideas and key points of the text into a shorter version while maintaining its essence and meaning.

• Rearranging the sentences in the text to create a new meaning.

• Expanding the text by adding more details and examples.

• Removing all the details and leaving only the main idea of the text.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following is NOT a step in summarizing a text?

• Determining the text structure

• Identifying the main idea

• Analyzing the author's tone

• Highlighting key details

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the main idea of the given paragraph?

• The paragraph provides a step-by-step guide on how to implement the main idea.

• The paragraph highlights the benefits of the main idea.

• The paragraph discusses the history of the topic.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following statements is a supporting detail for the main idea of the given passage?

• The passage discusses multiple main ideas

• The passage does not have a main idea

• The passage provides conflicting information

• Cannot be determined

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2