Cold Case Files

Master Level: Implicit Ideas & Red Herrings

Detective:

Date:

Warning: Master Level Difficulty

Identify hidden main ideas and filter out "Red Herrings."

Case #04

The Night Watcher

"Owls have very large eyes that help them see in the dark. Their feathers are specially shaped to muffle the sound of their wings so they can fly silently. Also, they have sharp talons to catch small mice or bugs while the sun is down. Most owls sleep all through the bright day."

Hidden Main Idea:

Case #05

The Safe Rider

"Being a safe bike rider means following the rules of the road. You must stop at all stop signs and use hand signals before you turn. Red bikes are often faster than blue ones. It is also important to wear bright clothing so that drivers can see you easily."

Identify Red Herring:

The Real Main Idea:

Case #06

The River Secret

"Successful fishermen know that fish are very sensitive to noise and movement. If you talk too loudly or splash in the water, the fish will hear the vibrations and swim away. Even the shadow of your fishing rod on the water can scare them."

Clue A

Clue B

Clue C

Synthesize into one main idea sentence:

Master Ops / Level 02 Field Report

Protocol MI-02

Cold Case Files Worksheet

Cold Case Files Worksheet