Summarizing

Cheetahs are the fastest big cat in the world. They can run up 70 miles per hour- speeds that are equivalent to the speed limit on a highway. One of the main reasons a cheetah can run so fast is because of its build. The cheetah is very slender, light, has long legs, and a long tail. This allows aerodynamics to works in its favor. Speed is also what keeps the cheetah out of danger when being attacked as prey.

• Cheetahs escape their predators by running quickly. Their legs and tails help them run faster. They are the coolest cats on the planet.

• Cheetahs are the fastest animal in the world. They can travel up to highways speeds. Their slender build allows them to run quickly and escape predators that may be after them.

• Cheetahs can travel as fast as cars on the highway. That speed is up to 70 miles per hour!

• Cheetahs are a big cat that can run really fast. Out of all of the big cats you can think of, cheetahs are the fastest. You could never outrun a cheetah.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Squids are one of the oceans coolest creatures. They protect themselves in a very unique way. Rather than using venom, teeth, or strength, squids use black ink. When this creature feels as if it is being threatened by predator, it simply releases this ink. The ink makes the water around it cloudy and dark. The murky water allows the squid to escape its predator by using their arms and siphon to propel itself.

What is the best summary of the selection?

• When a quid feels threatened, they let out dark stuff that helps hide them. When they are hidden, they cannot be eaten by their predators.

• Squids are the coolest ocean animal. Unlike most other ocean animals, these creatures use a different method of escaping their predators.

• Squids do not use venom or teeth to escape their predators. They use black ink.

• Squids are unique by the way they protect themselves from predators. They use black ink that makes the water cloudy and hard to see. While the water is cloudy, the squid swims away.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Small newspaper seeks writers. Writers must work well under pressure and focus on details. Good writing skills are necessary. Related experience preferred. Must be flexible with hours. May need to work overtime, nights, and weekends. Call 555-1234 for information.

What is the best summary of this advertisement?

• Most newspapers want flexible workers. They want people who are able to work nights, weekends, and overtime.

• A small newspaper is looking to hire writers. They would like someone who is detail-oriented, can work under pressure, and have flexible hours.

• Writers at newspapers work long hours. They often have to work at night or on weekends. They also have to deal with stress.

• You need experience to get a good job. For example, in order to get a writing job, it is helpful to have some writing experience.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Read the paragraph and choose what the paragraph is mostly about.

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• B

• C

• D

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Use the passage above to help complete the graphic organizer.

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• B

• C

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

Read the paragraph and choose what the paragraph is mostly about.

• A

• B

• C

• D

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Use the passage above to help complete the graphic organizer.

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• B

• C

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

Read the paragraph and choose what the paragraph is mostly about.

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• B

• C

• D

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

Use the passage above to help complete the graphic organizer.

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• C

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CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.5.5

Read the passage and choose the best summary.

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• B

• C

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2