Main Ideas/Supporting Details and Homographs/Homophones

What is the main idea of the following sentence? "The sun is a star that provides light and heat to the Earth."

• The sun is very hot.

• The sun is a star that provides light and heat.

• The Earth is cold without the sun.

Which of the following is a supporting detail for the main idea: "Dogs are great pets"?

• Dogs can be trained to do tricks.

• Cats are also popular pets.

• Some people are allergic to dogs.

Identify the main idea of this paragraph: "Apples are a popular fruit. They come in many varieties, such as Granny Smith and Red Delicious. Apples are also a good source of vitamins."

• Apples are a good source of vitamins.

• Apples come in many varieties.

• Apples are a popular fruit.

Which sentence is a supporting detail for the main idea: "Reading is beneficial"?

• Reading can improve vocabulary.

• Some people prefer watching movies.

• Books can be expensive.

Which word is a homograph?

• Bear (animal) and bear (to carry)

• Sea and see

• Right and write

Which pair of words are homophones?

• Bow (to bend) and bow (a ribbon)

• Flour and flower

• Lead (to guide) and lead (a metal)

What is the main idea of this sentence? "The library is a quiet place where people can read and study."

• The library has many books.

• The library is a quiet place for reading and studying.

• People like to study.

Which of the following is a supporting detail for the main idea: "Exercise is important for health"?

• Exercise can help you sleep better.

• Watching TV is fun.

• Some people don't like to exercise.

Which word is a homograph?

• Tear (rip) and tear (cry)

• Sun and son

• Blue and blew

Which pair of words are homophones?

• Close (near) and close (shut)

• Knight and night

• Wind (breeze) and wind (to twist)