Main Idea Informational
(1) Do you know how to play the piano? (2) It is important to listen to a song before you play it. (3) Then, practice the song with just your right hand. (4) Next, practice the song with your left hand. (5) Finally, practice both hands together. (6) It takes a lot of time and effort to be good at playing the piano, but it is worth it!
What sentence is the main idea?
A. Sentence 1
B. Sentence 2
C. Sentence 5
D. Sentence 6
D
D.Sentence 6
(6)It takes a lot of time and effort to be good at playing the piano, but it is worth it!
● This sentence summarizes all of the details and the topic of this passage.
Miraya doesn’t like to clean her room. Instead, she likes to just leave things where they fall. One day, she got a zero for her homework because she couldn’t find it. Another day she couldn’t play Uno because she couldn’t find the cards. Finally, her mother made her clean up her room. It took 3 hours!
What is the central message?
A. Miraya got a zero on a homework assignment.
B. Miraya couldn’t find her Uno cards.
C. The importance of keeping your room neat and orderly.
D. The importance of completing your homework on time.
C. The importance of keeping your room neat and orderly.
(1) Jody performed a science experiment. (2) She tested Bravo detergent against Go Clean detergent. (3) She wanted to see which one cleaned better. (4) Bravo cost more money. (5) The shirts washed with Go Clean came out cleaner. (6) Jody was happy with her experiment.
Which sentence shows the result of Judy’s science experiment?
A. Sentence 2
B. Sentence 3
C. Sentence 4
D. Sentence 5
D.Sentence 5
(5) The shirts washed with Go Clean came out cleaner.
(1) Charlotte cried when she tasted her apple pie.
(2) “What’s the matter?” asked mother.
(3) “I worked so hard making this pie,” answered Charlotte.
(4) “What’s wrong with it?” asked mother.
(5) “I forgot to add sugar,” said Charlotte.
(6) “Don’t worry. We will put some on the top,” said mother.
(7) “Thanks. But I don’t think that will help,” said Charlotte.
Which sentence shows Charlotte’s mistake?
(5) “I forgot to add sugar,” said Charlotte.
(1) Mother put doughnuts on the table. (2) Katie went to grab the jelly doughnut. (3) Lisa’s face fell. (4)Katie quickly took the plain doughnut instead. (5) Lisa happily took the jelly doughnut.
Which key detail reveals why Katie took the plain doughnut?
A. Sentence 1
B. Sentence 2
C. Sentence 3
D. Sentence 4
C.Sentence 3
● (3) Lisa’s face fell.
(1) Did you ever get a friendly letter? (2) Friendly letters are fun to write. (3) You get to share your thoughts. (4) Friendly letters are fun to read. (5) It is great finding a letter in your mailbox.
(6) Friendly letters are fun to give and to receive. (7) Have you ever written one?
What sentence is the main idea?
A. Sentence 2
B. Sentence 4
C. Sentence 6
D. Sentence 7
C. Sentence 6
(6) Friendly letters are fun to give and to receive.
This sentence summarizes all of the details and the topic of this passage.
Sam wanted to bring up his math grade. Mrs. Greene gave him some good advice.
“Remember to pay attention in class, complete all of your assignments, and do your homework.”
Sam followed Mrs. Greene’s advice and received a good grade!
What is the central message? (theme)
A. Be careful what you wish for.
B. Hard work pays off in the end.
C. Be nice to others around you.
D. Don’t forget to do your homework.
B. Hard work pays off in the end
(1) Nix performed a science experiment. (2) He tested Flora dish detergent against All Done dish detergent. (3) He wanted to test which one made more suds. (4) Flora cleaned better. (5) All Done made more suds. (6) Nix liked the experiment.
Which sentence shows what Nix wanted to test with the two dish detergents?
A. Sentence 2
B. Sentence 3
C. Sentence 4
D. Sentence 5
B.Sentence 3
● (3) He wanted to test which one made more suds.
(1) “Are you finished with the party list?” asked mother.
(2) “Yes,” said Jake.
(3) “Is Tom’s name on the list?” asked mother.
(4) “Nope,” said Jake.
(5) “Why not?” asked mother.
(6) “I don’t like him,” said Jake.
(7) “Oh?” replied mother.
(8) “He hit me and called me names,” said Jake.
(9) “Oh, my!” replied mother.
Which line shows why Jake doesn’t like Tom?
(8) “He hit me and called me names,” said Jake.
“I’m going home,” said Mark.
“Why?” asked Ken.
“No reason,” replied Mark as he looked at Ken’s ice cream cone.
“Don’t go!” said Rubin as he finished his cone.
“How can they be so selfish?” Mark thought to himself.
It can be assumed that Mark went home because –
A.He was scared.
B.He was full.
C.He was tired.
D.He was hungry.
D. He was hungry.
(1) Apple pies are delicious and easy to make. (2) Mix the apples with the spices. (3) Place the apples in the bottom of the crust. (4) Put the top part of the crust over the apples. (5) Bake in the oven. (6) Do you want a piece of this delicious apple pie?
What sentence is the main idea?
A. Sentence 1
B. Sentence 2
C. Sentence 4
D. Sentence 6
A.Sentence 1
(1) Apple pies are delicious and easy to make.
This sentence summarizes all of the details and the topic of this passage.
Crash! The whole box of dominoes dropped to the floor. With a red face, Joey began picking them up one by one. Jack and Jesse laughed at Joey as they walked by.
“Don’t worry about them,” said Liam. Liam began picking up the dominoes with Joey.
“Thanks for your help!” said Joey.
What is the central message?
A. The importance of being kind.
B. Be careful not to break toys.
C. Laughing is fun.
D. The importance of doing your work.
A. The importance of being kind.
(1) Jenna was happy when she chose a science experiment idea. (2) She tested roses against lilies. (3) She wanted to see which one would grow taller. (4) Jenna forgot to water the plants. (5) They both died. (6) She was unhappy about the experiment.
Which sentence shows how Jenna felt after the science experiment?
A. Sentence 1
B. Sentence 3
C. Sentence 4
D. Sentence 6
D.Sentence 6
● (6) She was unhappy about the experiment.
(1) “What happened to my kitchen?” asked Dad.
(2) “I boiled eggs,” replied Mindy.
(3) “Why are there egg parts all over the kitchen?” asked Dad.
(4) “I forgot to add water,” said Mindy.
Which line shows the results of Mindy’s actions?
A. Line 1
B. Line 2
C. Line 3
D. Line 4
C. Line 3
(3) “Why are there egg parts all over the kitchen?” asked Dad.
Mindy forgot to add water. The results are the egg parts all over the kitchen.
“These roses smell wonderful,” said Alexa.
“They come in a variety of colors,” said the merchant.
“Maybe I’ll buy some. How much are they?” Alexa asked.
“$30.00 a dozen,” said the merchant.
“Have a nice day,” said Alexa.
Why didn’t Alexa buy the roses?
A. She was late for an appointment.
B. She didn’t like the way they smelled.
C. She couldn’t decide what color to buy.
D. She thought they were too expensive.
D. She thought they were too expensive.
Golden Retrievers are well-liked and faithful. They are good with children. They have an excellent sense of smell and tracking abilities. They sometimes take part in search and rescue teams. Would you like to own a Golden Retriever?
What is the main idea?
A. Golden Retrievers are well-liked.
B. Golden Retrievers are well-liked and faithful.
C. Golden Retrievers have a good sense of smell.
D. Golden Retrievers are lovable and helpful to society.
D.Golden Retrievers are lovable and helpful to society.
● This sentence summarizes all of the details and the topic of this passage.
James wanted the Superhero Action Video Game more than anything else in the world. His friends told him it was boring, but he didn’t listen. He saved his allowance for 6 months. Once he got the game, he realized it was boring. His friends were right!
What is the central message?
A. Video games are fun.
B. Remember to save your money.
C. Be kind to others.
D. Take the time to listen to others.
D. Take the time to listen to others.
(1) Anna performed a science experiment. (2) She wanted to test which suntan lotion worked better, Tan Now or Tanner. (3) She put Tan Now on her right arm. (4) She forgot to put Tanner on her left arm. (5) Her left arm got a little sunburn. (6) Anna was not happy with her experiment.
Which sentence explains what Anna did wrong?
A. Sentence 3
B. Sentence 4
C. Sentence 5
D. Sentence 6
B.Sentence 4
(4) She forgot to put Tanner on her left arm
(1) “Can I visit Amy?” asked Tara.
(2) “Not today,” said mother.
(3) “Why?” asked Tara.
(4) “You never cleaned your room,” said mother.
(5) “What if I clean it now?” asked Tara.
(6) “You are going to clean it now,” said mother.
Which line shows why Tara can’t get her way?
Line 4
(4) “You never cleaned your room,” said mother
Jody ate a pickle. Then she ate two big sandwiches. She helped her mother wash the dishes. Then, she helped her mother put the dishes away. Finally, Jody went to bed with an upset stomach.
Why did Jody have a stomach ache?
A. She ate a pickle.
B. She ate too much.
C. She washed the dishes.
D. She put the dishes away.
B. She ate too much
Most people like the citrus flavor of orange juice. It also has a wide range of health benefits. It is packed with vitamins. Studies have shown that it prevents diseases. Have you drank your orange juice today?
What is the main idea?
A. Orange juice has vitamins and helps you stay awake.
B. Orange juice is healthy and tastes good.
C. Orange juice prevents diseases.
D. Orange juice is delicious.
B. Orange juice is healthy and tastes good.
This sentence summarizes all of the details and the topic of this passage.
Miss Henry’s room was a mess! Jody and Jill began putting the chairs away. Ken and Jaeden picked up all of the toys. Mattie and Caryn lined up all of the desks. Jim and Steve threw away all of the trash. The room was neat and tidy again!
What is the BEST central message?
A. Kindness
B. Cooperation
C. Courage
D. Acceptance
B. Cooperation
(1) Juan performed a science experiment. (2) He wanted to test which dye had a darker stain, red or green. (3) He used a white shirt for his experiment. (4) The red dye came out darker than the green one. (5) The green dye smelled funny. (6) Juan was happy with his results.
Which sentence reveals the results of Juan’s experiment?
(4) The red dye came out darker than the green one.
He was testing which one would come out darker.
(1) “Here is your letter,” said Mrs. Groen.
(2) “Thanks!” replied Gwen as she opened the letter.
(3) She smiled as she read the words on the page.
(4) “I’m just going to put this away,” said Gwen.
(5) She put the envelope in a drawer and left the room.
Which line BEST reveals how Gwen is feeling?
Line 3
(3) She smiled as she read the words on the page
“Since you both finished your homework, you can have a lollypop,” said Sam.
“I’ll take the red lollypop,” said Marvin.
“I’ll take the blue lollypop,” said Elliott.
“I want the blue one,” said Marvin as he grabbed it and ran away.
Why did Marvin want the blue lollypop?
A. because he was hungry
B. because he finished his homework
C. because Sam offered it to him
D. because Elliott wanted it
D. because Elliott wanted it