Central Idea and Supporting Details
A Grade 7 ELA worksheet focusing on identifying the central idea and supporting details in informational texts.
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Read the following passage carefully. Then, answer the questions that follow by identifying the central idea and supporting details.
The Importance of Sleep
Sleep is a fundamental human need, much like eating, drinking, and breathing. It is vital for our physical and mental health. When we sleep, our bodies repair themselves. Our muscles grow, tissue repairs, and hormones are released. During sleep, our brains also consolidate memories and process information from the day. Lack of sleep can lead to serious problems, including difficulty concentrating, mood swings, weakened immune systems, and an increased risk of chronic diseases. Experts recommend that teenagers get 8-10 hours of sleep per night to support their growth and development.
1. What is the central idea of the passage?
Teenagers need 8-10 hours of sleep.
Sleep is crucial for both physical and mental well-being.
Lack of sleep causes mood swings.
Our bodies repair themselves during sleep.
2. One physical benefit of sleep mentioned in the passage is that our grow and tissue repairs.
3. A mental benefit of sleep is that our brains memories and process information.
4. List two negative consequences of not getting enough sleep, according to the passage.
5. Sleep is only important for physical health, not mental health.
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