Central Idea, Perspective, and Figurative Language Practice

During the dry season, the river behind Maya’s house shrinks to a trickle, but the community still comes together to share what little water is left. Neighbors take turns filling buckets so everyone has enough. What is the central idea of this paragraph?

• Rivers dry up in the summer.

• Sharing resources helps the whole community.

• Maya’s house is near a river.

• Buckets are used to hold water.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Marcus studied for weeks before the big spelling bee. On the day of the competition, he spelled every word correctly and earned first place. What is the central idea?

• Studying and preparation lead to success.

• Spelling bees are hard.

• Marcus likes words.

• Winning prizes is fun.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Every Saturday, the library hosts a “Read-In,” where families sit on colorful rugs and enjoy stories together. The event has grown so popular that new chairs had to be added. What is the central idea?

• The library is crowded.

• Reading together builds community interest.

• Families like colorful rugs.

• Stories can be long.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

While hiking in the forest, Sam noticed signs warning about littering. Despite the reminders, he saw empty bottles and snack wrappers along the trail. What is the central idea?

• Hiking is fun.

• Littering harms natural places.

• Forests have signs.

• Sam enjoys hiking.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

In science class, students planted seeds in two pots. One pot was watered regularly, and the other was left dry. The watered pot grew tall green sprouts. What is the central idea?

• Seeds need water to grow.

• Science class is interesting.

• Pots can be different sizes.

• Plants are green.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

The author writes, “Every child deserves a safe place to play, yet our city parks remain closed.” What is the author’s perspective?

• Parks should stay closed.

• Children don’t like parks.

• Parks should be open for children.

• Playgrounds are dangerous.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

The writer explains how recycling bins have reduced trash in the cafeteria and praises the students’ efforts. What is the author’s perspective?

• Recycling is unnecessary.

• Students should keep recycling.

• Cafeteria food creates too much waste.

• Teachers must recycle.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

“This new playground equipment is a waste of money,” the author complains. “The old swings were just fine.” What is the author’s perspective?

• New playground equipment is exciting.

• The old swings were dangerous.

• Money should not have been spent on new equipment.

• Students don’t like swings.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

“After volunteering at the animal shelter, I realized how hard the staff work to care for lost pets. They deserve more support from the community.” What is the author’s perspective?

• The staff don’t care for animals.

• The community should do more to help the shelter.

• Pets should be left outside.

• Shelters are unnecessary.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

“School uniforms help students focus on learning instead of clothes,” the author argues. “Uniforms make mornings easier.” What is the author’s perspective?

• Students should not wear uniforms.

• Uniforms help students.

• Morning routines are always hard.

• Students focus too much on learning.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6