What is the main idea?
Main Idea Slides

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English
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8th Grade
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Hard
Sarah Williams
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15 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
There are many fun things to do at the beach.
It is also fun to look for shells.
Some people simply like to sunbathe.
Going to the beach to swim can be fun.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Tom started to reel in his line. The fish tugged and pulled hard. Judging by the weight of his catch, this fish could feed his family for three days. Tom struggled to stay in the boat and not be pulled over the side. Finally his catch came into view. He had snagged a snapping turtle!
What is the main idea?
Tom finds enough food for his family.
Tom gets pulled out of his boat by a huge fish.
Tom didn't catch anything.
Tom catches a snapping turtle while fishing.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Mary has a new pet. Her pet is a baby kitten. It is soft and cuddly. The kitten likes to sleep a lot. Mary put a soft blanket in a box for its bed. Mary plays with her kitten when it is awake. She never forgets to feed her kitten.
What is the main idea?
The kitten sleeps a lot.
Mary plays with her kitten
Mary’s new pet is a kitten.
Mary want a new pet.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the main idea of the 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.'
A) The sun is setting.
B) Birds are returning to their nests.
C) The sky is orange and pink.
D) The air smells like flowers.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Identify the main idea: 'In the heart of the city, there is a park that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle. People come here to relax, jog, or have a picnic.'
A) The city is busy.
B) The park is a peaceful escape.
C) People like to jog.
D) Picnics are popular.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the main idea of this sentence: 'The library is a place where you can find a vast collection of books, access the internet, and attend community events.'
A) Libraries have many books.
B) Libraries offer internet access.
C) Libraries host community events.
D) Libraries provide various resources and activities.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Determine the main idea: 'The rain poured down heavily, drenching everything in sight. Streets turned into rivers, and people hurried to find shelter.'
A) It is raining heavily.
B) Streets are rivers.
C) People are hurrying.
D) Everything is drenched.
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