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Main Idea in Nonfiction - Worksheet 3

Grade 2ReadingMain Idea in Nonfiction
Aligned to: RL.2.2

Read the story. Answer the questions.

1.

Taking Care of Pets

fiction · 141 words

Do you have a pet at home? Pets are fun to have, but they need care every day. Dogs, cats, fish, and birds all need us to help them stay healthy and happy. All pets need food and water. You should give your pet fresh water every day. Different pets eat different foods. Dogs and cats eat pet food. Fish eat fish flakes. Birds eat seeds. Pets need a safe place to live. Dogs need a bed or a crate. Cats like soft places to sleep. Fish need a clean tank. Birds need a cage. Pets also need love and attention from you! Taking care of a pet is a big job, but it feels good to help them. When you take good care of your pet, your pet will be happy and healthy. A happy pet makes a happy home!

Answer the 4 questions below.

2.

What is the main idea of this story?

A.Pets need food and water
B.Different pets eat different kinds of food
C.All pets need fresh water every day
D.Pets need food, water, shelter, and love to stay healthy and happy
3.

What would be the best title for this story?

A.What Happened One Day
B.The Big Surprise
C.A Day at home
D.Taking Care of Pets
4.

Which detail from the story supports the main idea?

A.The story is about something else entirely
B.The character went to a different place
C.The character did not do anything important
D.All pets need fresh water every day
5.

What is this story mostly about?

A.Many kinds of pets need help to stay healthy
B.Pets need food, water, shelter, and love to stay healthy and happy
C.The story has no clear main idea
D.Pets need daily care

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