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• Ron and Don wanted to do something really special for their mom’s birthday, but they didn’t have any money. The two sons decided to present their mom with five scenes from some of her favorite plays. She loved the gift!

• Ron and Don wanted to do something really special for their mom’s birthday, but they were lazy and didn’t earn any money. The two sons decided to present their mom with five scenes from some of her favorite plays.

• Ron and Don wanted to do something really special for their mom’s birthday, but they didn’t have any money. The two sons decided to present their mom with five scenes from some of her favorite plays. The found some plays at the library and spent a lot of time practicing scenes and making props. They even made their own costumes! Their mom really loved their performance.

• Ron and Don wanted to do something really special for their mom’s birthday, but they only had a little bit of money to spend on a gift. The two sons decided to present their mom with five scenes from some of her favorite plays. She loved the gift!

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Which of the following details would be best to include in a summary of this story?

• Everyone at the skatepark seemed really cool to Ryder.

• Ryder had on a helmet and pads, so the fall didn’t hurt too bad.

• Ryder decided that instead of quitting, he would practice on his skateboard.

• Ryder’s brothers helped him build a small ramp to practice on.

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Which of the following summaries has an opinion that should NOT be included?

• Aurelia was running late for her interview, but she was determined to make it there on time. She jumped on her bike and pedaled to the mall as fast as she could. Aurelia only made it to the interview on time because she took a muddy detour. She was dirty, but she got the job.

• Aurelia had an important interview, but she had gotten the time wrong. In order to make it there on time, Aurelia had to take a detour through the woods, which left her caked in mud. Aurelia did make it on time. She even got the job, despite being muddy. Luckily, Mr. Poole, the boss, didn’t have high standards.

• Aurelia misjudged the time of her interview by a whole hour. She rushed out the door and onto her bike. In order to make it to the interview on time, she had to take a path through the muddy woods. Aurelia was caked in mud when she arrived at Stereo Kingdom, but she earned herself a new job.

• Aurelia was late for her job interview at Stereo Kingdom. The only way that she could possibly make it on time was to take a path through the woods on her bike. She knew that she would be dirty from the ride, but it was the only choice she had. Aurelia arrived just in time, but she was covered in mud. Mr. Poole was impressed with her determination and gave Aurelia the job.

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Which details in the story SHOULD be included in a good summary? Choose 2 answers!

• Valentina earned an A on her history project.

• Her keychain flew off of her finger and landed in the sewer grate.

• Valentina needed the keychain in order to get her soccer uniform.

• Valentina held her head in her hands, as if she was going to give up.

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Which of the following is the BEST summary of the text?

• Being the president is an important job, but that doesn’t mean that it was the only job some of our presidents have had. Presidents like Washington, Lincoln, and Reagan all had jobs that were not helpful for their pursuit to become president of the US. These jobs might have been their lifetime careers but they decided to find something more important.

• George Washington was a very successful surveyor and land owner. Abraham Lincoln held many special jobs, like general store manager and postmaster. Finally, Ronald Reagan was a sports broadcaster and actor. I bet no other presidents can say that!

• While running the country is an important job, it is not the only thing presidents have to deal with while in office. Many leaders had multiple jobs while being our nation’s leader. Washington, Lincoln, and Reagan all had jobs that they maintained while working as president.

• Many of our U.S. leaders had different jobs before becoming president. Some former presidents even had jobs that were not political at all. Washington was a land surveyor, Abraham Lincoln was a store manager and a postmaster, and Ronald Reagan was an actor.

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Which of the following details MUST be included in a strong summary of the text? Choose 2 answers!

• Whales make many different sounds to communicate with each other.

• Whales communicate both verbally and nonverbally.

• A whale’s fin slap can be heard very deep in the water.

• Sounds help whales eat.

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Which of the following is the BEST summary of the text?

• Although amusement parks are great for thrill-seekers, they are also great destinations for families. There are activities at amusement parks for everyone’s needs. It is a great way to make memories and bond with family members. Families can save money at amusement parks when they go together and get family passes.

• Amusement parks are great for thrill-seekers and families. There are activities at amusement parks to suit everyone’s needs. An older family member who might not enjoy the extreme rides can spend the day relaxing and watching other people. Elderly family members can also enjoy carnival games and eating yummy food. Amusement parks have something for people of all ages.

• Amusement parks are great destinations for thrill-seekers and families who are looking to spend time together. There are many things to enjoy, like rides, games, food, and people watching. Probably the best amusement park out there is Disney World. It includes all of these amusement park staples and something for all members of the family.

• Amusement parks are great for the whole family. Everyone can find something to enjoy, like food, rides, or just some relaxation. When I went to Six Flags, I really liked the extreme roller coasters, but my little sister didn’t. She spent her time running around and eating ice cream. There is something for everyone at an amusement park.

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