Main Idea

Saha can knit a quilt that is as big as a house! Saha has her knitting materials which are needles, yarn and fabric. Once she has her supplies, Saha finds a unique pattern that she will create. The patterns use colors such as sun lemon yellow, jungle grass green and ocean sapphire blue. When her quilt is made she gives it to her best friend to stay warm all winter!

What is the main idea?

• Knitting a big quilt

• Using bright colors

• Find unique patterns

• Staying warm

Chyiam's favorite anime show is One Piece. Chyiam has every single action figure, his favorite character is Monkey D. Luffy and his least favorite character is Sabo.

What is the main idea?

• Favorite show is One Piece

• Action figure collection

• Monkey D. Luffy

• Sabo

Mackenzie has a rare tortoise named Penelope. Penelope lives in a massive tank in Mackenzie's backyard. Penelope has to eat vegetables to stay healthy. Mackenzie cleans Penelope's tank once every week.

What is the main idea?

• Rare tortoise, Penelope

• Cleaning a tank

• Feeding Penelope vegetables

• Living in a tank

Abhiraj has been creating origami for 20 years. His favorite origami is an origami swan. After he makes his origami swan, Abhiraj will create origami fingers that look like claws! One time, Abhiraj scratched Mr. Carbonaro with his claw and Mr. Carbonaro cried.

What is the main idea?

• Creating origami for 20 years

• Origami swans

• Origami claws

• Mr. Carbonaro crying

Matthew loves math class. Matthew's favorite type of math problem is dividing decimals. When Matthew isn't dividing decimals, he loves to use long division to determine a number's factors. Matthew also teaches his younger sister how to multiply by BILLIONS!

What is the main idea?

• Dividing decimals

• Long division

• Loving math

• Factors

Choose the appropriate main idea for the following prompt: READ the information in the box below. No matter how old we are, we can always have fun. THINK about the fun things you get to do as a fourth grader. WRITE about one reason you like being in the fourth grade. Tell what you like and explain why you like it. Be sure to — clearly state your central idea organize your writing develop your writing in detail choose your words carefully use correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and sentences

• My favorite thing about the third grade was finding new books in the library.

• Just because you are old doesn't mean you can't have a good time.

• My favorite things about fourth grade are finding new books in the library and learning new songs in music class.

• My favorite thing about the fourth grade is learning new songs in music class.

Choose the appropriate main idea for this prompt: READ the information in the box below. Most people have a favorite season or time of year. THINK about the time of year you like the most. WRITE about your favorite time of year. Explain what makes it special to you. Be sure to — • clearly state your central idea • organize your writing • develop your writing in detail • choose your words carefully • use correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and sentences

• Chocolate pie is my favorite Thanksgiving dish.

• Halloween is my favorite time of the year.

• Most people think Christmas is the best time of year.

• Winter is my least favorite time of year.

Choose the main idea of the following passage: "The sun was setting over the horizon, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink. Birds were returning to their nests, and the air was filled with the scent of blooming flowers. It was a perfect evening to take a walk in the park."

• A) The sun sets every day.

• B) The evening is a great time for a walk in the park.

• C) Birds return to their nests at sunset.

• D) The sky turns orange and pink during sunset.

Identify the main idea of this sentence: "Reading books can transport you to different worlds and introduce you to new ideas."

• A) Books are heavy to carry.

• B) Reading is a waste of time.

• C) Books can take you to new places and ideas.

• D) Reading is only for children.

What is the main idea of the following paragraph? "In the world of literature, characters often face challenges that test their strength and resolve. These challenges help them grow and develop, making the story more engaging for the reader."

• A) Characters in literature never face challenges.

• B) Challenges in stories make characters weaker.

• C) Challenges help characters grow and make stories engaging.

• D) Literature is boring without challenges.