Summarizing

Multiple Choice

Choose the statement that best summarizes the following passages. Janie’s dog wasn’t feeling well today. He did not want to go out for his walk and did not eat his food. Janie threw his toy across the yard hoping he would run to fetch it, but he just sat there.

• Janie’s dog is active but today he is sick.

• The dog is sick and tired that is why he is not feeling well.

• Janie’s dog is sick and he did not go for a walk, eat or play.

Multiple Choice

Blair and Natalie are not speaking to each other today. It was weird sitting at their table during lunch while they were glaring at each other. I hope they make up soon; we are three best friends and I don’t want to choose sides.

• I ate lunch alone because my best friends had a fight.

• I don’t like having lunch when my friends have a fight.

• c. Blair and Natalie did not speak but glared at each other. I hope my best friends make up.

Multiple Choice

Julio decided to stay up and watch television instead of studying for his History exam. Today, when it was time to take the test, he looked at the paper and could not answer any of the questions. He swore that from this day forward he would always study for tests.

• a. Julio had an exam and promised that he will study the next time.

• b. Julio liked to watch TV so he spent most of his time watching TV shows.

• c. Julio watched television instead of studying for his History exam so he could not answer the test. He swore to always study.

Multiple Choice

Cats are affectionate, cute, and independent. Unlike dogs, cats can stay alone if you go away on a trip. They do not need to be walked and are easy to potty train. Also, cats do not bark, so your neighbors will not have any noise to complain about. If someone wants to have a pet, a cat is great choice.

• Cats are great pets because they are better than dogs.

• Dogs are a lot of work because they always bark and need a walk.

• Cats are affectionate, cute and independent. Cats are great pets because they don’t need a lot of work or disturb neighbors.

Multiple Choice

Exercise is crucial to our lives. Doctors recommend we exercise at least two times a week. Exercise does not necessarily need to be done in the gym; it can consist of an outdoor walk or bike ride. It does not only control weight, but it combats many health conditions and diseases. Another added benefit to exercise is its mood boosting qualities.

• Bike riding is good exercise. It is the best exercise to improve weight loss and improve one’s mood.

• Exercise can be done anywhere and the doctors recommend to do it all the time. You must choose the best exercise for you.

• Exercise is important and doctors recommend to do it at least two times a week. Different forms of exercise can help improve weight control, health and mood.

Multiple Select

Millions of people take a trip to a beach every year. Spending a day at the beach can be a lot of fun. However, if you arrive unprepared, your beach trip could quickly be ruined by a painful sunburn! The most important thing you should do to prepare for a trip to the beach is to bring items that will help protect you from the sun’s UV rays. Sunscreen can help protect your skin and prevent sunburns. A hat with a wide brim all the way around helps to protect your entire face, including your ears and the back of your neck, while sunglasses help protect your eyes. When packing for a trip to the beach, be sure to remember all of these items! It takes less than 20 minutes to get a sunburn, but you probably won’t see any redness or feel any pain for several hours. That’s why you should put sunscreen on before you even get to the beach. Then, once you are at the beach, put more on every few hours or after you are done swimming. Make sure your trip to the beach is all fun and no pain by preventing a sunburn before it happens. Taking just a few minutes to prepare properly can protect your skin and guarantee a great day. Don’t forget to put sunscreen on your face! Choose the statements that could be included in the summary of the passage.

• Bringing items that protect you from the sun is important when taking a trip to the beach.

• An umbrella provides shade, which protects you from the sun’s UV rays.

• Sunscreen, sunglasses, and hats can protect you from the sun’s UV rays.

• Sunburns can be very itchy and make your skin blister.

• When preparing for a trip to the beach, make sure to bring beach towels and a change of clothes.