Question

The platypus is an Australian mammal that does not fall neatly
into a classification. It is one of only two mammals (the other
being the echidna) that bear young by laying eggs. In some
respects, the platypus resembles a duck; both have webbed
feet and bills. The platypus has a tail like a beaver’s and a furry
body similar to an otter’s. Its unusual hybrid of body parts
makes it well-suited for its largely aquatic life. The platypus
uses its webbed feet to paddle through water, and its tail
serves as a kind of rudder for steering. While underwater, the
platypus uses its bill to scoop up bits of food, such as insects
and shellfish, from the water’s bottom. The platypus also
scoops up bits of gravel, which grind up the food, as the
platypus is toothless. The platypus stores the food and gravel
in its cheeks until it reaches the water’s surface. Once the
platypus surfaces, it consumes its meal.
Which idea from the paragraph is important to include in a
summary?
(1 point)
The platypus is a fascinating animal.
The platypus paddles through water.
The platypus is a rare type of mammal that bears its young by
laying eggs.
The platypus collects food such as insects and shellfish.

Answer 1

The most important idea to include in a summary from the paragraph is: **The platypus is a rare type of mammal that bears its young by laying eggs.** This highlights the unique reproductive feature of the platypus, which is a key aspect of its classification as a mammal.