Grade 5 English Quiz: Summary Main Idea

What is the central theme of the story 'The Lion and the Mouse'?

• The significance of wealth and material possessions

• The importance of being strong and powerful

• The value of intelligence and cunning

• The importance of kindness and helping others

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

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What is the main idea of the paragraph about renewable energy?

• The main idea of the paragraph is to discuss the benefits and importance of renewable energy sources.

• The main idea of the paragraph is to analyze the cost of renewable energy compared to traditional sources

• The main idea of the paragraph is to talk about the negative effects of renewable energy sources

• The main idea of the paragraph is to discuss the history of renewable energy

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

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What is the main message the author is trying to convey in the passage about climate change?

• The main message is about the impact of climate change and the need for action to address it.

• The main message is about the benefits of climate change

• The main message is about the history of climate change

• The main message is about the author's personal life

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

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CCSS.RL.6.2

What detail from the story 'The Tortoise and the Hare' supports the central theme of perseverance?

• The tortoise's determination to keep going despite challenges.

• The hare's ability to run faster than any other animal

• The tortoise's decision to take a nap during the race

• The hare's quick speed and overconfidence

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which detail from the passage about the solar system is most important for understanding the main idea?

• Overview of the solar system and its key components

• The history of space exploration

• The distance between the Earth and the Moon

• The color of the planets in the solar system

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

What detail from the paragraph about the water cycle is least important for understanding the main idea?

• The type of font used in the paragraph.

• The size of the margins in the textbook.

• The color of the textbook used in the paragraph.

• The author's favorite season.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is the difference between the main idea and a supporting detail?

• The main idea is a small idea, while supporting details are big ideas

• The main idea is the central point or theme of a passage, while supporting details provide evidence or examples to support the main idea.

• The main idea is always stated directly, while supporting details are implied

• The main idea is found at the end of a passage, while supporting details are found at the beginning

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

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CCSS.RL.5.2

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Which sentence from the passage about the human body is a supporting detail for the main idea?

• The human body is made up of different systems that work against each other.

• The sentence 'The human body is made up of different systems that work together to keep us alive and healthy.'

• The human body is not important for our overall health.

• The human body is made up of different systems that have no impact on our well-being.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

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CCSS.RL.5.2

Summarize the passage about the life cycle of a butterfly in 2-3 sentences.

• The life cycle of a butterfly involves four stages: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), and adult butterfly. The butterfly lays eggs, which hatch into caterpillars. The caterpillars then form a chrysalis, where they undergo metamorphosis and emerge as adult butterflies.

• The life cycle of a butterfly involves three stages: egg, pupa, and adult butterfly.

• Butterflies lay eggs, which hatch into adult butterflies.

• The life cycle of a butterfly involves five stages: egg, larva, pupa, adult butterfly, and old butterfly.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

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CCSS.RL.5.2

Write a brief summary of the article about the importance of recycling.

• Recycling is only important for certain materials

• Recycling is harmful to the environment

• Recycling helps to reduce waste, conserve resources, and protect the environment.

• Recycling has no impact on waste reduction or resource conservation

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2