Main Idea and Details Quiz

What is the main idea of a story?

• The main idea of a story is the plot or sequence of events.

• The main idea of a story is the setting or location.

• The main idea of a story is the characters or their actions.

• The main idea of a story is the central message or theme.

Which of the following is an example of a detail in a story?

• Theme of the story

• Setting of the story

• Dialogue between characters

• Description of the main character's appearance

How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

• Look for the longest sentence in the paragraph.

• Look for the topic sentence or the sentence that summarizes the main point of the paragraph.

• Identify the supporting details in the paragraph.

• Read the last sentence of the paragraph.

Which sentence is the main idea of the paragraph?
The rainforest is a very special place. It's like a jungle full of amazing animals and tall trees. In the rainforest, you can find colorful birds like toucans and parrots. There are also big cats like jaguars and playful monkeys swinging from the trees.

• The rainforest is a very special place.

• It's like a jungle full of amazing animals and tall trees.

• In the rainforest, you can find colorful birds like toucans and parrots.

• There are also big cats like jaguars and playful monkeys swinging from the trees.

What is the main idea of the following passage?
Cats are cute and they are pretty easy to care for. They like to snuggle and they like to play. All of these things make cats popular pets.

• They like to snuggle and they like to play.

• Cats are cute and they are pretty easy to care for.

• All of these things make cats popular pets.

Which of the following is a detail that supports the main idea? Main Idea: Exercise is important for a healthy lifestyle. Detail: ________

• Exercise has no impact on cardiovascular health or muscle strength.

• Exercise helps to improve cardiovascular health and strengthen muscles.

• Exercise can lead to injuries and health problems.

• Exercise is not necessary for a healthy lifestyle.

What is the main idea of the following paragraph? Rosa Parks was an important figure in the Civil Rights Movement. She refused to give up her seat on a bus to a white passenger. Her act of defiance sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

• Rosa Parks was an important figure in the Civil Rights Movement.

• She refused to give up her seat on a bus to a white passenger.

• Her act of defiance sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

Which sentence is the main idea of the paragraph? Dogs are loyal and friendly animals. They make great companions and are often called 'man's best friend'. Dogs come in different breeds and sizes.

• Dogs are loyal and friendly animals.

• Cats are more loyal and friendly than dogs.

• Dogs make terrible companions and are often called 'man's worst enemy'.

• Dogs are wild animals and cannot be domesticated.

What is the main idea of the following passage? The rainforest is a unique and diverse ecosystem. It is home to millions of plant and animal species. Rainforests play a crucial role in maintaining the Earth's climate.

• The rainforest is a man-made creation.

• Rainforests play a crucial role in maintaining the Earth's climate.

• Rainforests have no impact on the Earth's climate.

• The rainforest is a dry and barren ecosystem.

Which of the following is a detail that supports the main idea? Main Idea: Recycling helps protect the environment. Detail: ________

• Recycling paper reduces the need to cut down trees.

• Recycling metal reduces the need for mining.

• Recycling plastic reduces greenhouse gas emissions.

• Recycling glass helps conserve natural resources.