Main Idea
What is not included in a main idea?
A. The setting of a story
B. The main character
C. The purpose of the text
D. The lesson learned from the text
A. The setting of a story
Who was Butch Cassidy?
A thief/outlaw
What does S stand for in SWBST?
Somebody
What is wrong with this sentence?
i went to the store this afternoon.
Capitalize "I"
What is another word for the bag guy in the story?
Antagonist
What is the main idea of the RMS Titanic?
A. Many people went on the Titanic in hopes to start a new life. The rooms were amazing!
B. The Titanic was the largest ship of its time and sank after hitting an iceberg causing the deaths of many people
C. The crew of the Titanic didn't do their jobs correctly
D. The Titanic set sail in England and was sailing to New York
B. The Titanic was the largest ship of its time and sank after hitting an iceberg causing the deaths of many people
How did Butch Cassidy make his money?
Stealing cattle and robbing trains
Main characters, major events, important details
What is the mistake in this sentence?
He are my best friend.
Change "are" to "is"
Most characters are trying to solve this
The problem or conflict
What is the main idea of Butch Cassidy?
A. Butch Cassidy was a very likeable person
B. Butch Cassidy was able to escape all kinds of trouble
C. Butch Cassidy was funny and played pranks on the law
D. Butch Cassidy was a criminal who stole cattle and robbed trains with a band of 500 men.
D. Butch Cassidy was a criminal who stole cattle and robbed trains with a band of 500 men.
Why was Butch Cassidy called a gentleman bandit?
He was charming and well liked
Which would you need to include in a summary?
A. The setting of a story
B. Details about a characters appearance
C. The lesson learned by the main character
D. The temperature on the day the story takes place
C. The lesson learned by the main character
There going to have fun at the fair today!
Change "there" to "they're"
What is the last thing in a plot map?
Resolution
Why is it important to find the main idea?
A. It helps you to understand the purpose of the text
B. It is important for you to teach others
C. It is required in ELA class
D. It is not important most of the time, but ocassionally it helps.
A. It helps you to understand the purpose of the text
How many governors gathered together to plan to stop Butch Cassidy?
4
What does B stand for in SWBST and what does it mean
But/The problem in the story
Find the error in the sentence:
When did you say you wanted to go.
Change "." to "?"
How do you find the climax of a story?
The most intense part of the story when you know how the story will end
What are some key things to remember when looking for the main idea?
Main characters, major events, theme, important details.
How was Butch Cassidy able to be so successful?
He had a band of 500 men
The people in the town protected him
He was likeable and sneaky
What is the "but" in the Butch Cassidy summary?
Find the error in the sentence:
I am to tired to go with you to the store.
Change "to" to "too"
What was one positive change from the sinking of the Titanic?
Lifeboat requirements
Better safety requirements
Better inspections