Worksheet 1
Find the Main Sentence
25 minutes20-25 minutes
Choose the sentence that gives the main idea of a short paragraph.
Task 1
Read the paragraph. Write the letter and the main sentence.
A. Many children enjoy school libraries.
B. They can read books after lunch.
C. Some libraries also have comics and picture books.
Hint
The main sentence tells the big idea. The other sentences give small details.
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Task 2
Read the paragraph. Write the letter and the main sentence.
A. My brother bought a red bike last week.
B. Many children like riding bikes.
C. Some children ride bikes to the park.
Hint
Do not choose a sentence that is only about one person if the paragraph is about many children.
Words: 0
Task 3
Read the paragraph. Write the letter and the main sentence.
A. Some students bring lunch from home.
B. School lunch is important for many students.
C. Rice and soup are popular foods at school.
Hint
The main sentence usually explains what the whole paragraph is about.
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Task 4
Read the paragraph. Write the letter and the main sentence.
A. Many families enjoy going to parks on weekends.
B. Children can play on the grass.
C. Parents can sit under trees.
Hint
Find the sentence that could be the title of the paragraph.
Words: 0
Task 5
Read the paragraph. Write the letter and the main sentence.
A. Some children listen to music before school.
B. Music can help people feel better.
C. My favorite song is very fast.
Hint
The main idea should not be too personal or too small.
Words: 0
Task 6
Read the paragraph. Write the letter and the main sentence.
A. Some stores sell old clothes.
B. Buying used clothes can be good for people.
C. My jacket was only five dollars.
Hint
A price is usually a detail, not the main idea.
Words: 0
Task 7
Read the paragraph. Write the letter and the main sentence.
A. Dogs need food and water every day.
B. Taking care of pets teaches children responsibility.
C. Some pets like sleeping near windows.
Hint
Choose the sentence that explains why the topic matters.
Words: 0
Task 8
Read the paragraph. Write the letter and the main sentence.
A. Many students use tablets in class.
B. They can look up words quickly.
C. Some tablets have blue covers.
Hint
A color is almost always a small detail.
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