6.3
Idea Development
Idea Development
What does it mean when an author introduces a key person, event, or idea in a text?
A. The author gives background information so the reader knows what the text will focus on
B. The author gives their opinion about the topic
C. The author explains why the topic is important at the end
D. The author repeats the same detail several times
A. The author gives background information so the reader knows what the text will focus on
What is the “central idea” of a text?
A. The main message or point the author wants the reader to understand
B. Your personal opinion about the story
C. A small detail from one paragraph
D. The title of the text
A. The main message or point the author wants you to understand
An article about recycling explains why people should separate trash into bins for paper, plastic, and glass. What is the author’s purpose?
A. To persuade readers to recycle correctly
B. To compare different cities
C. To entertain readers with a funny story
D. To describe the history of trash collection
A. To persuade readers to recycle correctly
A character is nervous about joining the school play. By the final scene, they deliver a confident performance. What does this show?
A) The character grows and changes.
B) The setting changes.
C) The conflict is ignored.
D) The story ends abruptly.
A) The character grows and changes.
What is one main idea of Ramayana?
A) Rama’s journey shows that following rules and making sacrifices can be difficult but necessary.
B) Rama only faces challenges to gain fame and glory as a warrior.
C) The story is mainly about the magical creatures that help Rama in the forest.
D) Sita’s choices drive the plot more than Rama’s actions.
A) Rama’s journey shows that following rules and making sacrifices can be difficult but necessary.
Which part of a text usually helps the reader understand a key person, event, or idea better?
A. The page numbers
B. Examples and details
C. The title only
D. The font or text size
B. Examples and details
Which detail best helps you determine the central idea of a text?
A. A minor fact mentioned only once
B. A repeated fact or example that supports the main message
C. The author’s personal experience unrelated to the topic
D. A word you don’t understand
B. A repeated fact or example that supports the main message
In a story, the narrator describes how a character feels nervous before giving a speech and uses words like “my heart raced” and “my hands trembled.” What does this reveal about the narrator’s point of view?
A. The narrator thinks the character is unprepared
B. The narrator wants the reader to understand the character’s feelings
C. The narrator wants to distract from the main plot
D. The narrator believes giving speeches is easy
B. The narrator wants the reader to understand the character’s feelings
A character faces several obstacles while trying to fix a broken machine. Each challenge makes the character try new strategies. Which part of the plot does this BEST illustrate?
A) Exposition/Context
B) Falling action
C) Resolution
D) Rising action
D) Rising action
How is Rama’s character developed when he accepts exile?
A) He accepts exile cheerfully, without showing concern for the consequences.
B) He reluctantly obeys, showing he respects family duty despite personal loss.
C) He complains publicly, highlighting that he prioritizes personal feelings over duty.
D) He pretends to obey but secretly plans to challenge his father later.
B) He reluctantly obeys, showing he respects family duty despite personal loss.
Which detail best helps explain how an author adds more understanding about a key idea?
A. A definition, example, or fact that explains the idea
B. A heading that names the topic
C. A picture caption with no explanation
D. A repeated word from the introduction
A. A definition, example, or fact that explains the idea
A text explains how planting trees improves cities and gives examples of successful programs. Which sentence best states the central idea?
A. Planting trees is a fun activity for students.
B. Planting trees helps improve city life and the environment.
C. Trees grow faster in some cities than others.
D. Some programs are better than others at planting trees.
B. Planting trees helps improve city life and the environment.
A nonfiction text about space exploration describes astronauts as brave and skilled, focusing on the dangers they face and the preparation they need. What does the author’s description suggest about their point of view?
A. The author thinks space travel is too dangerous to attempt
B. The author wants to make the story more dramatic
C. The author admires astronauts and thinks their work is important
D. The author believes astronauts are reckless
C. The author admires astronauts and thinks their work is important
In a story, a character who is usually selfish starts helping friends during a critical event. How does this affect the story?
A) It distracts from the main conflict.
B) It explains the setting in detail.
C) It shows character development and affects future events.
D) It ends the story early.
C) It shows character development and affects future events.
Why does the text include detailed descriptions of Rama’s battle with Ravana?
A) To provide an entertaining sequence with no impact on Rama’s character development.
B) To slow the story and emphasize minor events that are not connected to the main theme.
C) To show the challenges of battle while highlighting Rama’s bravery and clever strategies.
D) To make readers feel Ravana is a stronger and more important character than Rama.
C) To show the challenges of battle while highlighting Rama’s bravery and clever strategies.
An author describes an event by first telling what happened, then giving examples and explaining why it mattered.
What is the author doing?
A. Listing facts without explanation
B. Introducing a new topic
C. Developing the event by adding details and explanations
D. Sharing a personal opinion
C. Developing the event by adding details and explanations
A text describes several ways that people save energy at home, including examples of families using solar panels and LED lights. Which choice best summarizes the central idea?
A. Families have different ways of saving energy at home.
B. Saving energy at home can reduce waste and help the environment.
C. Some people like solar panels, and some like LED lights.
D. Using energy is sometimes expensive and inconvenient.
B. Saving energy at home can reduce waste and help the environment.
In a biography, the narrator shows that a scientist continued working after many failures and eventually succeeded. What does this reveal about the author’s point of view?
A. The author wants to entertain readers with the scientist’s mistakes
B. The author focuses only on the scientist’s failures
C. The author thinks the failures are more interesting than the success
D. The author wants readers to see that persistence is important and admirable
D. The author wants readers to see that persistence is important and admirable
Two characters disagree on how to solve a problem, causing tension. Later, they cooperate to succeed. What does this sequence BEST demonstrate?
A) The conflict is minor and unimportant.
B) The story’s theme is ignored.
C) The setting drives the story.
D) It develops tension and shows character growth.
D) It develops tension and shows character growth.
What is the author’s point of view in Ramayana?
A) The story presents Rama and Ravana equally to suggest that all characters are morally the same.
B) The author focuses mostly on battles to emphasize the excitement of adventure rather than lessons about virtue.
C) The story shows Rama as a heroic figure to highlight ideals of duty and morality while illustrating consequences of choices.
D) The author primarily critiques Rama’s decisions and portrays him as overly obedient.
C) The story shows Rama as a heroic figure to highlight ideals of duty and morality while illustrating consequences of choices.
Which answer best shows a detail that deepens a reader’s understanding of a person, event, or idea?
A. A sentence that only names the person or event
B. A detail that gives one unrelated fact
C. An example or explanation that shows why the person, event, or idea is important
D. A repeated sentence from earlier in the text
C. An example or explanation that shows why the person, event, or idea is important
A text explains the history of the telephone, how it changed communication, and gives examples of early inventions. Which sentence best captures the central idea?
A. The telephone has improved how people communicate over time.
B. Some inventions before the telephone worked, and some didn’t.
C. The telephone is an interesting invention.
D. People use telephones for calling friends and family.
A. The telephone has improved how people communicate over time.
A story shows two characters arguing about a plan, but the narrator focuses mainly on one character’s inner thoughts, fears, and hopes. What does this narrative choice reveal about the author’s point of view?
A. The author wants readers to focus only on the events of the argument, not the characters’ feelings
B. The author wants readers to consider how one character experiences the situation
C. The author intends to make the other character seem unimportant by ignoring their perspective
D. The author wants readers to be confused about both characters’ feelings to create suspense
B. The author wants readers to consider how one character experiences the situation
In a drama, a character initially refuses to help the group. After multiple episodes, the character provides a key solution to the main conflict. What does this reveal about the story?
A) The story’s ending is predictable.
B) The setting drives the plot.
C) The character’s early actions don’t matter.
D) The character’s change influences the resolution.
D) The character’s change influences the resolution.
Which statement best explains a theme of Ramayana using textual evidence?
A) Courage, loyalty, and responsibility are central, as shown when Rama accepts exile, rescues Sita, and defeats Ravana despite danger.
B) Heroism only depends on strength, as Rama wins all battles because of his power, not choices or ethics.
C) Individual cleverness is most important, as the story focuses on Rama outsmarting enemies without showing teamwork or values.
D) The story suggests that following rules blindly is better than considering consequences, as Rama obeys orders without any internal struggle.
A) Courage, loyalty, and responsibility are central, as shown when Rama accepts exile, rescues Sita, and defeats Ravana despite danger.