Summary, Retell, Central Message

Summary, Retell, Central Message

By Richard Randall

Multiple Choice

What statement best summarizes the selection, A Night in the Trees?

• Hector was worried the treehouse was unsafe, so he slept in a different place.

• Hector was worried about spending the night camping, and had to call his parents to bring him home.

• Hector was worried about spending the night camping, but ended up enjoying sleeping in the tree house.

• Hector was afraid to go camping because he didn’t know anyone, but he made friends and had a great time.

Multiple Choice

What is the central message? (Theme)

• Camping can be dangerous.

• The sounds of nature are soothing.

• While trying new things can be scary, you might really enjoy them.

• You shouldn’t try new things that make you nervous.