Question 1

A summary is a record in a reader's own words that gives the main points of a piece of writing such as a newspaper article, the chapter of a book, or even a whole book.

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true

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false

Question 2

A summary omits details and does not include the reader's interpretation of the original.

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true

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false

Question 3

What does it mean to summarize a text?

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recap the important information

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introduce new information

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putting information in chronological order

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write one's opinion or judgment

Question 4

What key terms tell about the main idea?

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It gives the most important information of the text.

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It adds details to the text.

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It simplifies, categorizes and label the text.

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It supports the main point.

Question 5

What idea tells about supporting details?

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It is a piece of additional information that explains, defines, or proves the main idea.

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It is usually the first sentence of the paragraph.

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It gives the reader an idea of what the paragraph is going to be about.

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It is the most important information or concept in a text.

Question 6

When Carl spotted the dogcatcher’s truck next door, he could not contain his curiosity. He arrived just in time to see the dogcatcher take the dog from Mrs.Childers.“Hey! That’s my dog!” Carl yelled. Mrs. Childers turned bright red.“Why I’m sorry, Carl. I thought it was a stray. I didn’t know you had a dog. I wouldn't have called!” The dogcatcher winked at Carl and handed him the dog.“That’s a mighty good-looking dog, Carl. Keep a closer eye on him from now on.”

Which of these best summarizes the story above?

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Mrs. Childers mistakenly called the dogcatcher on Carl’s dog. Carl showed up just in time to save his dog.

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Mrs. Childers always calls the dogcatcher when she sees a stray dog. She has helped them catch five stray dogs.

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Carl does not take very good care of his dog. He does not pay attention when his dog goes outside to play.

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The dogcatcher wants to make sure people take care of their dogs. He is going to give Carl some dog tips.

Question 7

Your heart beats 70 to 80 times a minute, but the rate changes depending on your activity level. When you exercise, your body needs more oxygen than when you remain still. Your heart automatically responds to these changing needs. When you need more oxygen, your heart beats faster to increase the flow of the blood of your body. Which of these best summarizes the story above?

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Your heart rate is dependent on your level of activity. Your heart beats faster when you are exercising and slower when you are still.

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Your heart usually beats 70 to 80 times in one minute. That is more than one heartbeat for each second. That is pretty fast!

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Your heart makes blood flow throughout your body. It also allows oxygen to move into your muscles, lungs, and even into your bloodstream.

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Your body needs a lot of oxygen when you exercise. That is why you breathe heavier when you are running or shooting hoops with friends.

Question 8

Students compete in robot sumo contests. They learn how to build their own robots. They compete against their classmates and students from other schools. To win, students must be creative. They must have a good plan for defeating other robots.

What is the main idea of this paragraph?

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Students compete in robot sumo contests.

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Students need a good plan for defeating other robots.

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Students compete against their classmates and students from other schools.

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Students must be creative to win.

Question 9

The best definition of supporting details would be…

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Sentences that make the main idea stronger and clearer.

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Details that support other details.

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Important information that tells more about the overall idea of a piece of writing.

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The sentences that make up the bulk of a paragraph in a piece of writing.

Question 10

Which of the following is a supporting detail of this paragraph?

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They must have a good plan for defeating other robots.

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Students like building sumo robots.

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They use excellent strategies to defeat other robots.

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Students compete in robot sumo contests.

Question 11

The best definition of the main idea would be…

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Important information that tells more about the overall idea of a piece of writing.

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What a piece of writing is mostly about.

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A vague idea that is supported by very specific details.

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What someone is primarily talking about.

Question 12

Summary 1: Soon the lives of the poor will be as luxurious as those of the rich thanks to the inventions that have been made. Steam power is making the difference.

Summary 2: In the past, only the upper class could afford a comfortable life. Nowartisans and tradesmen can afford beautiful and comfortable things, and soon the working class will be able to as well. Steam-powered machines already produce high-quality goods at prices that everyone can afford. In addition, steamboats and trains now transport people over long distances luxuriously and quickly.

The main idea of the passage is that _____________.

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new inventions are making life better for people of all classes.

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steam-powered machinery has provided beautiful clothing for all people.

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class differences are being erased by new discoveries.

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the industry will bring many conveniences to people in the future.

Question 13

Summary 1: Soon the lives of the poor will be as luxurious as those of the rich thanks to the inventions that have been made. Steam power is making the difference.

Summary 2: In the past, only the upper class could afford a comfortable life. Nowartisans and tradesmen can afford beautiful and comfortable things, and soon the working class will be able to as well. Steam-powered machines already produce high-quality goods at prices that everyone can afford. In addition, steamboats and trains now transport people over long distances luxuriously and quickly.

The information about machines and transportation ______________.

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supports the idea that practical items and luxuries are becoming more affordable.

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explains how fabrics are produced, dyed, and moved to markets.

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discusses what the future of the industry will be.

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explains how everyone can afford to travel long distances.

Question 14

Summary 1: Soon the lives of the poor will be as luxurious as those of the rich thanks to the inventions that have been made. Steam power is making the difference.

Summary 2: In the past, only the upper class could afford a comfortable life. Nowartisans and tradesmen can afford beautiful and comfortable things, and soon the working class will be able to as well. Steam-powered machines already produce high-quality goods at prices that everyone can afford. In addition, steamboats and trains now transport people over long distances luxuriously and quickly.

The first summary ___________.

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does not state the main idea accurately.

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explains how transportation changed the industry.

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provides a discussion of steam-powered machines.

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included a few unnecessary details.

Question 15

Summary 1: Soon the lives of the poor will be as luxurious as those of the rich thanks to the inventions that have been made. Steam power is making the difference.

Summary 2: In the past, only the upper class could afford a comfortable life. Nowartisans and tradesmen can afford beautiful and comfortable things, and soon the working class will be able to as well. Steam-powered machines already produce high-quality goods at prices that everyone can afford. In addition, steamboats and trains now transport people over long distances luxuriously and quickly.

The second summary ___________.

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has too many details.

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covers all the main points.

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includes the author’s wishes for the future.

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leaves out mention of transportation.

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