This 40-question exercise will give you practice in determining the main (central) idea of a paragraph. For each practice item, you will read a short paragraph and determine the main idea based on the details provided.  If you get a question wrong, the program will remind you of your answer and show you the correct answer.
General Information
Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 6
Intended Audience:
Students
Suggested Technology:
Computers for Students, Internet Connection
Instructional Time:
40 Minute(s)
Keywords: main idea, paragraph, central idea, key details
Instructional Component Type(s):
Tutorial
Resource Collection:
Language Arts - Grades 6-12 Existing Student Tutorials