Deck 10: Point: Identify the Main Idea

Question 1

In the following sentence, put brackets around the [topic] and underline the main idea.
Our vacation was filled with exciting experiences.

Answer 1

[Our vacation] was filled with exciting experiences.

Question 2

In the following sentence, put brackets around the [topic] and underline the main idea.
There are many easy ways to manage your time commitments.

Answer 2

There are many easy ways to manage your [time commitments].

Question 3

Read each question and choose the most appropriate answer.
When a reader must supply the main idea themselves, this is called the ____________.

A)Implied main idea
B)Topic Sentence
C)Major Supporting Detail
D)Inference

Answer 3

A

Question 4

Read each question and choose the most appropriate answer.
Where can a topic sentence be located?

A)At the beginning of the paragraph
B)In the middle of the paragraph
C)At the end of the paragraph
D)All of the above

Question 5

In the following sentence, put brackets around the [topic] and underline the main idea.
To grasp the formulas discussed in chemistry, a good foundation in math is necessary.

Question 6

In the following sentence, put brackets around the [topic] and underline the main idea.
The functions of dance vary within a society.

Question 7

Read each question and choose the most appropriate answer.
A topic sentence is created when ______________________________.

A)the topic and main idea are stated in the same sentence
B)the main idea and supporting details are stated in the same sentence
C)the supporting details are listed
D)a connection between the topic and author's purpose are established

Question 8

In the following sentence, put brackets around the [topic] and underline the main idea.
Being a good listener can be achieved by following three main steps.

Question 9

In the following sentence, put brackets around the [topic] and underline the main idea.
Resumes have several crucial elements.

Question 10

Read each question and choose the most appropriate answer.
When finding an implied main idea, what is the first step?

A)Look for details
B)Look for the 'point'
C)Create a topic sentence
D)Identify the topic

Question 11

Read each question and choose the most appropriate answer.
The first 'P' in the MAPP strategy stands for _________.

A)Purpose
B)Point
C)Proof
D)Patience

Question 12

Read each question and choose the most appropriate answer.
The main idea ___________________.

A)Describes each of the supporting details
B)Opens the topic up to more general ideas
C)Limits the topic to just one area that the author will discuss
D)Allows the author to talk about multiple topics in one paragraph

Question 13

In the following sentence, put brackets around the [topic] and underline the main idea.
Successful test taking can be accomplished by following 3 main guidelines.

Question 14

In the following sentence, put brackets around the [topic] and underline the main idea.
Making a birdhouse can be done by following 4 simple steps.

Question 15

In the following sentence, put brackets around the [topic] and underline the main idea.
Heart disease is a heredity disease that can be controlled through several methods.

Question 16

Read each question and choose the most appropriate answer.
The main idea is more ______ than the topic.

A)Broad
B)Specific
C)Detailed
D)Precise

Question 17

In the following sentence, put brackets around the [topic] and underline the main idea.
Antioxidants are enzymes that offer many health benefits and can be found in many
foods.

Question 18

Read each question and choose the most appropriate answer.
When finding an implied main idea reader must rely on ________.

A)Inferences
B)Common sense
C)Topic
D)Implications

Question 19

Read each question and choose the most appropriate answer.
A reader must look at _____________ to determine an appropriate main idea.

A)Topic and Title
B)Purpose and Tone
C)Topic and Details
D)Details and Purpose

Question 20

Read each question and choose the most appropriate answer.
The author's point can also be called ___________.

A)Main Idea
B)Topic Sentence
C)Topic
D)Supporting Details

Question 21

Despite 20 years of reassuring research, many people still avoid caffeinated coffee because
they worry about its health effects. 2In moderation-a few cups a day-coffee is a safe beverage
that may offer some health benefits, including lowering the risk for type 2 diabetes. 3Coffee may
also reduce the likelihood of gallstones, Parkinson's disease, and colon cancer.
What sentence best expresses the main idea of the passage?

A)Sentence 1
B)Sentence 2
C)Sentence 3
D)Sentence 4

Question 22

Read each passage and answer the questions that follow.

1Due to recent studies on peer and social pressure, cigarette advertisements have banned on
television. 2These advertisements influenced children during an impressionable time in their
lives
3In addition, the advertisements led consumers into a false sense of security. 4 These
consumers are not properly counseled on the health risks and dangers that are associated with
smoking.
What is the topic of the paragraph?___________________________________________

Question 23

Despite 20 years of reassuring research, many people still avoid caffeinated coffee because
they worry about its health effects. 2In moderation-a few cups a day-coffee is a safe beverage
that may offer some health benefits, including lowering the risk for type 2 diabetes. 3Coffee may
also reduce the likelihood of gallstones, Parkinson's disease, and colon cancer.
What is the topic of the paragraph?___________________________________________

Question 24

Every game from the latest multimedia games to old favorites like cards and chess can be
played on home computers. 2Home computers are used to balance family finances, to complete
banking transactions, and even to do the grocery shopping. 3Those computers which are
equipped with a modem allow users to go "online" to "chat" with others - that is, people can
have a conversation on the computer about anything from being in love to getting medical
advice.4 And of course students use home computers to type up school reports, to research their
papers for classes and even to do the calculations for math homework. 5 Computers have become
an integral of our everyday lives.
What is the topic of the paragraph?___________________________________________

Question 25

A track and field event that is sometimes overlooked is running the hurdles
2Hurdling is
difficult
3It require a runner to jump over an obstacle (called a hurdle) while sustaining speed.
4The runner has to anticipate when to start the jump in order to avoid running into the hurdle.
5In addition to the physical demands of running the hurdles, the runners must keep their resolve
strong in order to succeed.
What sentence best expresses the main idea of the passage?

A)Sentence 1
B)Sentence 2
C)Sentence 3
D)Sentence 4

Question 26

Journalist Naomi Wolf has used the term the beauty myth to refer to an exaggerated ideal of
beauty, beyond the reach of all but a few females
2When females carry adherence to "the
beauty myth" to an extreme , they may develop eating disorders such as anorexia or undertake
costly but unnecessary cosmetic surgery procedures. 3 In People magazine "health" feature, a
young actress stated that she knows it is to eat when she passes out on the set. 4 Unrealistic
standards of appearance and body image can have a destructive effect on young girls and adult
women.
What sentence best expresses the main idea of the passage?

A)Sentence 1
B)Sentence 2
C)Sentence 3
D)Sentence 4

Question 27

A track and field event that is sometimes overlooked is running the hurdles
2Hurdling is
difficult
3It require a runner to jump over an obstacle (called a hurdle) while sustaining speed.
4The runner has to anticipate when to start the jump in order to avoid running into the hurdle.
5In addition to the physical demands of running the hurdles, the runners must keep their resolve
strong in order to succeed.
What is the topic of the paragraph?___________________________________________

Question 28

Every game from the latest multimedia games to old favorites like cards and chess can be
played on home computers. 2Home computers are used to balance family finances, to complete
banking transactions, and even to do the grocery shopping. 3Those computers which are
equipped with a modem allow users to go "online" to "chat" with others - that is, people can
have a conversation on the computer about anything from being in love to getting medical
advice.4 And of course students use home computers to type up school reports, to research their
papers for classes and even to do the calculations for math homework. 5 Computers have become
an integral of our everyday lives.
What sentence best expresses the main idea of the passage?

A)Sentence 2
B)Sentence 3
C)Sentence 4
D)Sentence 5

Question 29

Read each passage and answer the questions that follow.

1Due to recent studies on peer and social pressure, cigarette advertisements have banned on
television. 2These advertisements influenced children during an impressionable time in their
lives
3In addition, the advertisements led consumers into a false sense of security. 4 These
consumers are not properly counseled on the health risks and dangers that are associated with
smoking.
What sentence best expresses the main idea of the passage?

A)Sentence 1
B)Sentence 2
C)Sentence 3
D)Sentence 4

Question 30

Journalist Naomi Wolf has used the term the beauty myth to refer to an exaggerated ideal of
beauty, beyond the reach of all but a few females
2When females carry adherence to "the
beauty myth" to an extreme , they may develop eating disorders such as anorexia or undertake
costly but unnecessary cosmetic surgery procedures. 3 In People magazine "health" feature, a
young actress stated that she knows it is to eat when she passes out on the set. 4 Unrealistic
standards of appearance and body image can have a destructive effect on young girls and adult
women.
What is the topic of the paragraph?___________________________________________