Identifying the main idea: whats the point?
In nonfiction writing, paragraphs often are structured in a predictable way. The writer first presents his or her main idea. Then he or she adds some supporting details. Directions: Read the following nonfiction article. Then complete the exercise that follows. Where the Polar Bears Roam The town of Churchill, Manitoba, Canada, is known as the “polar bear capital of the world.” Each autumn, this small town on Hudson Bay experiences an invasion of polar bears. In October, the bears start to gather around Churchill. By November, they often outnumber …
