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Finding the Main Idea
Reading Comprehension Questions
Grade 2
English
Finding the Main Idea
Read each paragraph. Then, choose the best main idea.
Honeybees are very busy insects. They fly from flower to flower to find food. As they move, they carry yellow dust called pollen. This pollen helps flowers grow new seeds. Without honeybees, many plants could not make fruits or vegetables. Bees are important because they help our gardens and farms grow healthy food for everyone to eat.
- What is the main idea of this paragraph? A. Flowers have yellow dust. B. Bees help plants grow. C. Bees like to eat food.
Rain is part of a big cycle. Water from the ground goes up into the sky to make clouds. When the clouds get heavy, the water falls back down as rain. This rain fills up our lakes, rivers, and oceans. It also gives thirsty plants and animals the water they need to live. Rain keeps our world green and full of life.
- What is the main idea of this paragraph? A. Clouds are heavy. B. Oceans are full of water. C. Rain provides water for the world.
When fall arrives, many trees begin to change. Their green leaves turn bright colors like red, orange, and yellow. After a while, the leaves become dry and crunchy. Then, they drop off the branches and fall to the ground. This helps the tree get ready for the cold winter ahead. The colorful falling leaves tell us that the seasons are changing.
- What is the main idea of this paragraph? A. Trees change during the fall. B. Red leaves are the prettiest. C. Winter is very cold.