Finding the Main Idea
When looking for the main idea in a reading passage, ask yourself, “What point is the author trying to make about this topic?”
The main idea may be stated in an introductory sentence, but it may also appear within the passage or at the end. All of the details in the passage should relate to the main idea.
When choosing the main idea sentence on a multiple choice test, be aware that the incorrect responses will be one of the following: