Read each paragraph and identify each of the sentences listed as a main idea, major supporting detail, or minor supporting detail. Choose the letter of the correct answer.
The legacy of news and music remains on radio today, but the medium that once was the center of
attention in everyone’s front room has moved into the bedroom, the office, the car, and the shower. (2)
Radio wakes you up and puts you to sleep. (3) Radio goes with you when you run on the trail or sit on the beach. (4) Internet radio even follows you to your desk at work.
1. Sentence 1 is a
a. main idea.
b. major supporting detail.
c. minor supporting detail.
2. Sentence 2 is a
a. main idea.
b. major supporting detail.
c. minor supporting detail.
3. Sentence 3 is a
a. main idea.
b. major supporting detail.
c. minor supporting detail.
1. a
2. b
3. b
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