Main Idea and Supporting Details Weekly Test

What is the main idea of the following paragraph? "The sun rose over the mountains, casting a golden light on the valley below. Birds chirped in the trees, and the air smelled fresh and clean. People started to go about their day, enjoying the warmth of the morning."

• The morning is a peaceful time.

• The valley is a beautiful place.

• Birds chirp when the sun rises.

• People like the smell of the air in the morning.

Which of these is the best supporting detail for the main idea: "The forest is a magical place"?

• The trees grow very tall.

• People often visit the forest to take pictures.

• Animals like to live in the forest.

• There are many different types of plants in the forest.

What is the main idea of this paragraph? "Zara was excited to go on the school field trip. She packed her lunch, put on her new sneakers, and grabbed her camera to take pictures of the animals."

• Zara loves field trips.

• Zara packed for the field trip.

• Zara was prepared for the field trip.

• Zara went on a school trip to see animals.

Which sentence is a supporting detail for the main idea: "Owls are nocturnal animals"?

• Owls hunt at night and sleep during the day.

• Owls live in trees.

• Owls can turn their heads almost completely around.

• Owls are very quiet animals.

What is the main idea of this paragraph? "The ice cream truck drives down the street every summer afternoon. Children run out of their houses and line up to buy their favorite treats. The truck has a loud jingle that everyone can hear from far away."

• The ice cream truck is very loud.

• Children love ice cream.

• The ice cream truck brings joy to the neighborhood.

• The truck only sells ice cream.

What is the main idea of the following passage? "Jessica is getting ready for her birthday party. She sent out invitations to all her friends. She decorated the house with balloons and streamers. When the guests arrive, there will be cake and games."

• Jessica’s birthday party will have fun games.

• Jessica is excited for her birthday party.

• Jessica invited her friends to her birthday party.

• Jessica’s house is decorated for the party.

Which of these is a supporting detail for the main idea: "Mountains are important for the environment"?

• Mountains provide homes for many animals.

• Mountains are very tall and steep.

• People enjoy hiking on mountains.

• Mountains are difficult to climb.

What is the main idea of the following paragraph? "After a long day at school, Ben likes to relax by playing soccer. He meets his friends at the park and they spend hours practicing together. Soccer helps him stay active and have fun."

• Ben plays soccer every day.

• Ben enjoys playing soccer with his friends.

• Soccer is a good sport for staying active.

• Ben is very good at soccer.

What is the main idea of this paragraph? "The garden is full of colorful flowers. Bright red roses, yellow sunflowers, and purple lilacs are just a few of the flowers blooming in the spring."

• The garden has flowers.

• The garden has many types of flowers.

• Roses bloom in the spring.

• Sunflowers are the most common flower.

Which sentence is the best supporting detail for the main idea: "The rainforest is an important ecosystem"?

• Many different species of plants and animals live in the rainforest.

• Rainforests are located near the equator.

• Rainforests receive a lot of rainfall.

• Rainforests are hot all year long.