R.5.6.c
Description:
Identify the main idea.
Maps to Reading Plus skills:
1B, 2A, 2C, 7C
Exemplars
1B: Analyzing Implicit Details
1B: Analyzing Implicit Details
Description:
Drawing Conclusions, Making Inferences from information in text
SeeReader
✓ standard met
Selection:
E-2
E-2
Grade level: 5
Word count: 1433 words
Author: Nancy McConnell
Synopsis: The Hubble telescope is our doorway to the wonders of the universe.
Excerpt:
The Hubble also has taken pictures that may show how a new planet is born. These pictures show that dust, in the shape of a disk, forms around stars. Scientists believe these disks may become planets. Because of the Hubble's data, scientists think that new planets may form in many parts of the universe. Hubble also has sent us images of new stars being born.
Question:
Based on what you read in this selection, which is correct?
- Hubble has confirmed that the universe is always growing and changing.
- Hubble has shown us water exists on many other planets in the universe.
- Hubble has warned us that the universe will soon be too crowded.
- Hubble has proven that Earth is the only planet in the universe.
Writing
✓ standard met
Writing prompt:
Describe the clues in a selection that helped you determine the selection's main idea.
Evaluator
Organization:
Certica Solutions
2A: Determining Main Idea
2A: Determining Main Idea
Description:
Determining Main Idea and Themes
SeeReader
✓ standard met
Selection:
E-8
E-8
Grade level: 5
Word count: 1530 words
Author: Kate Carter
Synopsis: Writer Ray Bradbury's science fiction shows a future in which we might not want to live.
Excerpt:
No excerpt is available for this question.
Question:
This selection is mainly about Ray Bradbury and his
- ideas and achievements.
- support for public libraries.
- ability to predict the future.
- failure as an actor.
Writing
✓ standard met
Writing prompt:
Describe parts of a selection that held important clues to help you understand what was happening.
Evaluator
Organization:
Certica Solutions
2C: Summarizing
2C: Summarizing
Description:
Summarizing
SeeReader
✓ standard met
Selection:
HiE-19
HiE-19
Grade level: 5
Word count: 1550 words
Author: Aaron Palmer and Claire O'Connell
Synopsis: Did the ancient city of Atlantis really exist? Some people think so. Their searches have led to some amazing discoveries.
Excerpt:
The empire of Atlantis controlled its part of the world and beyond, into Africa. If we are to believe the tale told by Plato, then all of this is true. According to Plato, it lies at the bottom of the ocean. The city was pulled under by a tragic and deadly event. This event has kept Atlantis hidden ever since.
Question:
According to Plato, what happened to Atlantis?
- It was pulled under the sea by a deadly natural event.
- It was captured by an ancient Greek ruler.
- It was set on fire by a huge lightning storm.
- It was destroyed by thieves looking for treasure.
Writing
✓ standard met
Writing prompt:
Write one paragraph that describes the main information about a selection you read.
Evaluator
Organization:
Certica Solutions
7C: Interpreting Images
7C: Interpreting Images
Description:
Intepreting Images and Maps
SeeReader
✓ standard met
Selection:
HiE-12
HiE-12
Grade level: 5
Word count: 1627 words
Author: Randi Bender
Synopsis: Believe it or not, insects can help reduce world hunger.
Image:
Question:
Based on what you read about insects that have bright colors, what do you know about this insect?
- It is harmful to people and birds if eaten.
- It is one of the healthiest insects to eat.
- It tastes best if it is fed special food.
- It tastes sweet, like sugar or honey.
Writing
✓ standard met
Writing prompt:
In what ways can maps help you to better understand the main idea and supporting details of a selection?
Evaluator
Organization:
Certica Solutions