Angry Birds
The red angry bird was sad. He could not do any cool tricks like the other birds. He tried to go fast like the yellow bird, but he could not. He tried to drop eggs but he could not do that either. He even tried to split into three birds, but he could not make it happen. Oh well, at least he could help destroy some evil pigs!
What's the main idea?
The red andgry bird was upset because he could not do tricks.
What is main idea?
The most important idea in a paragraph. What a particular piece of information is mainly talking about.
NOTE: So, it just tells the big picture about the story!
Main Idea: Kangaroos usually live in family groups called mobs. Which is a supporting detail?
A. Kangaroos are mammals.
B. These mobs can be as large as 100 kangaroos
B. These mobs can be as large as 100 kangaroos
I have a dog named Boots. I taught him lots of tricks. When I tell him to, Boots will sit or lie down. He can also wave his paw to greet people. When I say, “Dance, Boots”, he will stand up on two legs and walk.
What is the main idea of this passage?
Boots knows tricks.
Rob and Anne are best friends. They like to do many activities together. In the summer, they both like to go swimming in the ocean and play in the sand. In the winter they go ice skating on the pond by their houses. What would be a good title for this passage?
A. Best Friends
B. Summer
C. Seasons
A. Best Friends
The yellow angry bird loved to go fast. He went fast in the park. He went fast on the road. He even went fast at the zoo. Because he could go so fast, the yellow bird could beat all the other birds in a race. His favorite thing about flying fast was crashing into wood and knocking down big structures.
What's the main idea?
The yellow angry bird loved to go fast.
What are supporting details?
Details that support (explain/justify) your main idea.
Main Idea: Kangaroos usually have only one baby at a time. Which details supports this?
A. Kangaroo babies are called joeys.
B. Kangaroos eat grass and leaves
A. Kangaroo babies are called joeys.
Jim's dog does not like to get wet. He avoids water at all cost. When Jim has to give his dog a bath, the dog tries to run away. The dog does not even like it when it rains.
What is the main idea?
Jim's dog does not like water.
Juan loves to play games. His favorite game is chess because it requires a great deal of thought. Juan also likes to play less demanding board games that are based mostly on luck. He prefers Monopoly because it requires luck and skill. If he’s alone, Juan likes to play action video games as long as they aren’t too violent. Which would be a good tittle for the passage?
A. The Luck of the Game
B. Juan Loves Games
C. We Love Video Games
B. Juan Loves Games
One day their were five birds taking care of their eggs. The blue bird was bored, so he asked the other birds to play a game. While they where playing, three green pigs watched from behind the bushes. When the birds were busy with their game, the pigs snuck over and snatched the eggs. They ran off with the eggs as fast as they could. When the birds realized their eggs were missing, they became very angry.
What is the main idea?
Three pigs stole the birds' eggs.
Name two tips that help you find the main idea.
1. Highlight important words
2. Ask yourself "What is the WHOLE passage trying to tell me about?"
3. Look at the first and last sentences.
4. Make sure every detail sentence would fit into the main idea.
Main Idea: Kangaroos are mostly night time creatures. Which detail supports this?
A. Kangaroos have a long powerful tail.
B. They sleep during the day under a shady tree or bush.
B.They sleep during the day under a shady tree or bush.
Peter's parents bought a new carpet for the living room. Now, he has to take his shoes off when he enters the house. He's also not allowed to eat or drink in the living room any more. Peter's furry dog isn't allowed to play ball in there either. When his parents got the new carpet, there were lots of new rules so the new carpet stays clean.
What is the main idea?
Peter's parents made new rules of house care after buying a carpet.
Benjamin Franklin invented many things that made life easier in the late 1700’s. He invented the lightning rod that saved many homes from fires. He also invented the Franklin stove. The stove could heat a room better than a fireplace and saved people a lot of fuel. He also invented a special kind of glasses called bifocals. This new kind of glasses helped people to read better. Which of these would be an appropriate title for the passage?
A. The Franklin Stove, A Great Invention
B. Benjamin Franklin the Inventor
C. We Can Finally Read
B. Benjamin Franklin the Inventor
In angry birds, the player controls a flock if multi colored birds that are attempting to rescue their eggs. On each level, the pigs are protected by structures made of different material. Using a sling shot, players launch the birds with the intent of hitting the pigs or damaging their shelter, causing them to collapse and destroy the pigs.
What is the main idea?
The birds are attempting to rescue their eggs.
Main Idea: Kangaroo tails are muscular, long and thick at the base. Which is a supporting detail?
A. Their tails help them balance and turn when they're hopping.
B. Kangaroos also have a pouch, were they carry their babies.
A. Their tails help them balance and turn when they're hopping.
There are many ways for people to get from one place to another. The most common way to travel is by a motorized vehicle. If you are traveling with your family and not going far you may take a car. If you are going a longer distance with more people you may ride in a car or bus. If you need to travel through water, you would need to take a boat. Many people choose to ride in an airplane when they need to go far away and get their quickly.
What is the main idea?
There are many ways to travel.
Peru's Inca Indians first grew potatoes in the Andes in about 200 B.C. Spanish conquistadors brought potatoes to Europe, and colonists brought them to America. Potatoes are fourth on the list of the world's food staples – after wheat, corn and rice. Today, Americans consume about 140 pounds of potatoes per person every year while Europeans eat twice as many. Which of the following would be an appropriate title for the passage?
A. The History of the Potato
B. What is in a Potato Chip
C. Americans and Potatoes
A. The History of the Potato
Did you know there are real angry birds? Birds can show their anger in many ways. Some may show color patches to warn an intruder that it is angry. A bird's posture can also tell you he is angry, just as posture can show emotion with many animals. Many birds have alarm calls and other sounds such as bill clacks or hisses that can indicate anger. Some birds will use motions to indicate unhappiness, such as slowly weaving back and forth while maintaining eye contact. The angriest bird will start an attack against any intruders it perceives, though this is usually after other anger displays have not had the desired outcome.
What is the main idea?
Birds can show their anger in many different ways.
Niagara Falls is one of the most beautiful sights in North America. It is on the Niagra River about halfway between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. Niagara Falls is on the American and Canadian border. The American Falls is 167 feet high. On the Canadian side, the Horseshoe Falls is 161 feet high.
What is the main idea of the paragraph?
Niagara Falls is one of the most beautiful sights in North America.
Kangaroos are strange looking animals. Which detail supports this?
A. Some kangaroos act as guards to protect the mob.
B. They have small front legs and huge hind legs with great big feet.
B. They have small front legs and huge hind legs with great big feet.
The Statue of Liberty is visited by thousands of people every year. The Statue of Liberty is a 151 foot statue of a woman holding a book and a torch. It is located on an island in New York Harbor. It was a gift of friendship from the people of France. It has become a universal symbol of freedom.
What is the main idea of the paragraph?
The Statue of Liberty is visited by thousands of people every year.
Do you wear glasses? Make sure your glasses fit well. The earpieces should be at eye level. Don’t try to adjust the earpieces yourself. Take your glasses for adjustments to the place you bought them. Keep your glasses in a case when you’re not wearing them. This will prevent scratches. Keep the lenses clean. A soft cloth is best for cleaning.
What would an appropriate title be for this passage?
A. How to Wear Glasses
B. Do You Wear Glasses?
C. How to Take Care of Your Glasses
C. How to Take Care of Your Glasses