R/W 05/30

Part A

What is the central idea of the article?

• 1. a. Taking naps can help improve alertness during the day.

• b. Sleep is important for a strong body and mind.

• c. Sleepiness can lead to poor decision-making.

• d. Lack of sleep can lead to weight gain.

Part B

Which sentences from the article support the answer in Part A?

• a. Recent studies suggest that most Americans sleep less than they should. (paragraph 1)

• b. Sleeping is an important part of a healthful life. (paragraph 1)

• c. She thought she could manage with just a few hours of sleep. (paragraph 3)

• d. In one study, students who learned a new task were tested on it the next day.  (paragraph 4)

What is the central idea of paragraph 2?

• a. The body has trouble fighting off disease when it is tired.

• b. Lack of sleep can lead to weight gain.

• c. People who go with too little sleep can become weak and sick.

• d. Lack of sleep can lead to serious consequences.

Paragraph 3 is mainly about —

• a. the importance of time management

• b. the benefits of staying up late to finish a project

• c. the consequences of lack of sleep on physical health

• d. the impact of lack of sleep on mental alertness

What is the central idea of the section titled “A Strong Mind”?  

• a. Lack of sleep can lead to mood swings.

• b. Sleep is necessary for forming lasting memories.

• c. Sleep helps in managing stress.

• d. Sleepiness can lead to poor decision-making.

• e. Sleep deprivation can impair cognitive function.

What is the central idea of the section titled “Being Safe”?  

• a. The importance of sleep in improving decision-making

• b. The necessity of adequate sleep for ensuring safety in critical jobs

• c. The benefits of getting enough sleep for physical health

• d. The impact of sleep deprivation on weight gain