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JUBILEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Elementary Department
English 4, SY 2019-2020
Practice Worksheet # 3.1: Topic, Implied Main Idea, and Supporting Details
Name: ___________________________________CN: _____ Date: ___________ Score:____/20
Section: __________________________________________ Teacher: Ms. Christalyn Seminiano
Directions: Read the paragraphs carefully. Identify the implied main idea by encircling the letter of the
best answer. Then, fill in the blanks with the topic and the sentence number of the supporting details.
(20 pts.)

Paragraph A

1Helen held the new baby carefully in her lap, while her anxious parents hovered
nearby. 2Helen could hardly believe how tiny she was. 3Helen’s heart swelled with pride, and a
new sense of responsibility.
https://www.easyteacherworksheets.com/pages/pdf/languagearts/mainideas/11.html

a. Helen is a nurse.
b. Helen is going to babysit.
c. Helen has a new baby sister.
d. Helen loves her parents so much.

Topic:___________________________
SD1:____________ SD2: ____________ SD2: ____________

Paragraph B
1John marched off the field. 2His shoulders dropped as he sat on the bench. He watched
the batter on deck hurried to home plate. 3John sighed. 4He’s feeling nervous about his dance
performance. 5Was he ever going to get a hit?
https://www.easyteacherworksheets.com/pages/pdf/languagearts/mainideas/11.html

a. John is hopeful to win.

b. John is playing baseball.
c. John is a baseball coach.
d. John just struck out in baseball.

Topic:___________________________
SD1:____________ SD2: ____________ SD2: ____________
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Paragraph C
1Because of the danger of hypothermia, one should dress in layers if exercising during
cold winter weather. 2Another precaution to take for exercising in the winter months is to drink
plenty of liquids and to watch for frostbite. 3Stretching before and after exercising is also vital in
winter because one's muscles will be cold. 4Exercising is bad in cold weather.

http://www.dsc-writing-lab.org/practice-exercises-for-reading-classes/implied_main_idea1.html

a. It is dangerous to exercise in cold weather.

b. Exercisers should learn about hypothermia.
c. Winter weather is no excuse to not exercise.
d. There are a few rules to follow for exercising in cold weather.

Topic:___________________________
SD1:____________ SD2: ____________ SD2: ____________

Paragraph D
1Whenever your physician orders a medical test for you, ask why you need it. 2You
should also inquire about the risks and benefits are. 3Find out how to prepare for it. 4For example,
you may need to fast or discontinue medications or herbal remedies you are taking. 5You should
also ask your friends because they know best about your medical condition. 6Finally, be sure to
ask what the test will involve.
https://highered.mheducation.com/sites/0073123587/student_view0/chapter10/implied_main_idea__exercise_2.html

a. Physicians order medical tests.

b. You should also inquire about the risks and benefits are.
c. There are several questions you should ask whenever your doctor orders a medical test for you.
d. For example, you may need to fast or discontinue medications or herbal remedies you are
taking.

Topic:___________________________
SD1:____________ SD2: ____________ SD2: ____________

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