Main Idea & Theme
What is the main idea of a text?
What the text is mostly about
Who is the protagonist?
The main character
What does it mean to use context clues?
Using nearby words to figure out meaning
What is a heading used for?
To show what a section is about
What is text evidence?
Information taken directly from the text
How is a theme different from the main idea?
Theme is the message or lesson; main idea is what happens
What causes the conflict in a story?
A problem the character faces
What is figurative language?
Language that means more than the literal words
Name one type of text structure.
Cause and effect / problem and solution / compare and contrast
Why should you cite evidence?
To prove your answer
Identify a theme from a story where a character learns to be honest.
Supporting detail
How does a character’s actions affect the plot?
Their choices move the story forward
What does the word “reluctant” most nearly mean?
Unwilling
What text structure explains why something happens?
Cause and effect
Which is better: an opinion or evidence? Why?
Evidence, because it’s proven
What detail best supports the theme of perseverance?
A character keeps trying even after failing
What is the climax of a story?
The most intense or important moment
How does word choice affect mood?
It helps create feelings for the reader
Why do authors use paragraphs?
To organize ideas
Which detail from the text best supports the author’s main point?
A fact, example, or quote from the text that clearly connects to the main idea
If a character solves a problem at the end, what story part is this?
Resolution
Signal words like first, next, finally show which structure?
Chronological
Explain how a metaphor helps understanding.
It compares ideas to make meaning clearer
How does structure help readers understand information?
It organizes ideas clearly
Explain how evidence strengthens an argument.
It makes the claim more believable