Main Idea
Text Features
100

What is the main idea of this passage?

Exercise is important for maintaining good health. It strengthens the heart and muscles while improving mood. Regular physical activity can also help reduce stress. Doctors recommend exercising several times a week.

Exercise is important for maintaining good health.

100

What does the title suggest this text will mostly be about? 

Title: The Impact of Plastic Pollution

The title suggests the text will be about how plastic pollution affects the environment.

200

What's the main idea of this passage?

Bees play an important role in the environment. They help plants grow by transferring pollen from one flower to another. Without bees, many fruits and vegetables would not be able to grow properly. This would affect both wildlife and humans.

Bees are important because they help plants grow and support the environment.

200

The reader should read “Effects on Weather” because it explains how climate change affects storms and temperature.

300

What is the main idea of this passage?

Water covers most of Earth’s surface, but only a small portion is safe to drink. Most of Earth’s water is saltwater found in oceans. Freshwater comes from rivers, lakes, and underground sources. Because freshwater is limited, it must be conserved.

Freshwater is limited on Earth and must be conserved.

300

How many books were read in June? 

28

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Reading regularly provides many benefits for students. It improves vocabulary and strengthens comprehension skills. Reading also helps students learn new information across subjects. In addition, it can increase focus and thinking skills. Students who read often tend to perform better at school. Making time to read each day supports long-term learning success.

Regular reading supports students’ learning and academic success in many ways.

400

How can headings help readers in an expository/informational text? 

A. by repeating the information word for word 

B. by making the text harder to understand 

C. by creating an ending for the text 

D. by introducing new topics and organizing information 

D. by introducing new topics and organizing information 

500

What is the main idea of this passage?

Renewable energy comes from sources that do not run out, such as wind, solar, and water power. Unlike fossil fuels, these energy sources produce little to no pollution. Using renewable energy can help slow climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Many countries are investing in renewable energy systems. While the cost of installation can be high, long-term savings are often significant. Renewable energy is becoming an important part of the world’s energy supply.

Renewable energy is a clean, sustainable power source that is becoming increasingly important worldwide.

500

Which statement can be made from the graph? 

a) Students read more books in the summer than in the winter. 

b) The number of books read was the same every month. 

c) Students only read books in January and August. 

a) Students read more books in the summer than in the winter.