Determine Main Ideas From Oral Presentations Practice Test

Keisha gives an oral report about why wearing a bike helmet is important. She says the main idea is that helmets help protect your brain if you fall. She explains that helmets have hard outer shells that spread out the force of a hit. She also says the soft foam inside helps cushion your head. Keisha adds that a helmet should fit snugly and the straps should be buckled. She mentions that her favorite helmet color is purple. Which detail is related but not a main supporting detail?

After listening to a guest speaker from the fire department, which detail does NOT support the main idea? The speaker says smoke alarms help keep families safe at home. She explains that alarms warn you early so you can get out, and she says families should test alarms each month and change batteries when needed. She also tells the class that her fire truck is red and very shiny.