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When writing a summary, what does it mean to be objective?(1 point)
Responses
to include only the most important details
to include only the most important details
to keep statements brief
to keep statements brief
to leave out personal opinions
to leave out personal opinions
to rewrite in your own words
Responses
to include only the most important details
to include only the most important details
to keep statements brief
to keep statements brief
to leave out personal opinions
to leave out personal opinions
to rewrite in your own words
to leave out personal opinions
Use the paragraph to answer the 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)
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The platypus is a rare type of mammal that bears its young by laying eggs.
The platypus is a rare type of mammal that bears its young by laying eggs.
The platypus paddles through water.
The platypus paddles through water.
The platypus collects food such as insects and shellfish.
The platypus collects food such as insects and shellfish.
The platypus is a fascinating animal.
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)
Responses
The platypus is a rare type of mammal that bears its young by laying eggs.
The platypus is a rare type of mammal that bears its young by laying eggs.
The platypus paddles through water.
The platypus paddles through water.
The platypus collects food such as insects and shellfish.
The platypus collects food such as insects and shellfish.
The platypus is a fascinating animal.
The platypus is a rare type of mammal that bears its young by laying eggs.
What should summaries always include?(1 point)
Responses
main idea and important details
main idea and important details
important details and the writer's opinions
important details and the writer's opinions
important details and interesting details
important details and interesting details
main idea and writer's thoughts and feelings
main idea and writer's thoughts and feelings
Responses
main idea and important details
main idea and important details
important details and the writer's opinions
important details and the writer's opinions
important details and interesting details
important details and interesting details
main idea and writer's thoughts and feelings
main idea and writer's thoughts and feelings
Summaries should always include the main idea and important details.
Summarizing Quick Check
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Question
Use the paragraph to answer the question.
While the invention of the steamboat is often attributed to American inventor Robert Fulton, credit should really go to John Fitch. Fitch built four steamboats in the late eighteenth century. These boats traveled successfully on lakes and rivers and proved that steam could be used to propel boats. Fitch’s boats included more traditional elements as well, such as paddle wheels and screw propellers. By blending tried and true methods of propulsion with new technology, Fitch created functioning steamboats. He forfeited his place in American memory due not to any mechanical failings, but to financial ones. His production and operating costs were too high to make steam travel economically feasible. As a result, many people have forgotten his role in the invention of the steamboat. It wasn’t until after his death that Robert Fulton created a commercially successful steamboat and became known as “the father of steam navigation.”
Which of the following sentences should be included in a summary of the text?
(1 point)
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Fitch's boats cost too much to make.
Fitch's boats cost too much to make.
John Fitch combined old methods of constructing boats with new technology to create the first steamboats.
John Fitch combined old methods of constructing boats with new technology to create the first steamboats.
I think that it would be fun to ride on a steamboat someday.
I think that it would be fun to ride on a steamboat someday.
It wasn’t until after his death that Robert Fulton created a commercially successful steamboat and became known as “the father of steam navigation.”
It wasn’t until after his death that Robert Fulton created a commercially successful steamboat and became known as “the father of steam navigation.”
4 of 44 of 4 Items
Question
Use the paragraph to answer the question.
While the invention of the steamboat is often attributed to American inventor Robert Fulton, credit should really go to John Fitch. Fitch built four steamboats in the late eighteenth century. These boats traveled successfully on lakes and rivers and proved that steam could be used to propel boats. Fitch’s boats included more traditional elements as well, such as paddle wheels and screw propellers. By blending tried and true methods of propulsion with new technology, Fitch created functioning steamboats. He forfeited his place in American memory due not to any mechanical failings, but to financial ones. His production and operating costs were too high to make steam travel economically feasible. As a result, many people have forgotten his role in the invention of the steamboat. It wasn’t until after his death that Robert Fulton created a commercially successful steamboat and became known as “the father of steam navigation.”
Which of the following sentences should be included in a summary of the text?
(1 point)
Responses
Fitch's boats cost too much to make.
Fitch's boats cost too much to make.
John Fitch combined old methods of constructing boats with new technology to create the first steamboats.
John Fitch combined old methods of constructing boats with new technology to create the first steamboats.
I think that it would be fun to ride on a steamboat someday.
I think that it would be fun to ride on a steamboat someday.
It wasn’t until after his death that Robert Fulton created a commercially successful steamboat and became known as “the father of steam navigation.”
It wasn’t until after his death that Robert Fulton created a commercially successful steamboat and became known as “the father of steam navigation.”
John Fitch combined old methods of constructing boats with new technology to create the first steamboats.
It wasn’t until after his death that Robert Fulton created a commercially successful steamboat and became known as “the father of steam navigation.”
It wasn’t until after his death that Robert Fulton created a commercially successful steamboat and became known as “the father of steam navigation.”
so which one is it?
Apologies for the confusion. The correct sentence that should be included in a summary of the text is:
John Fitch combined old methods of constructing boats with new technology to create the first steamboats.
John Fitch combined old methods of constructing boats with new technology to create the first steamboats.
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What was the result of Cortes’s defeat of the Aztecs? Select all that apply.
(1 point)
Responses
The Spanish thought it brought them more wealth and power.
The Spanish thought it brought them more wealth and power.
Cortes had lost so many soldiers in the victory that he had to wait several months for more to arrive from Spain.
Cortes had lost so many soldiers in the victory that he had to wait several months for more to arrive from Spain.
The Spanish saw it as proof that they were superior to Native Americans.
The Spanish saw it as proof that they were superior to Native Americans.
The Spanish earned the respect of Native Americans.
The Spanish earned the respect of Native Americans.
(1 point)
Responses
The Spanish thought it brought them more wealth and power.
The Spanish thought it brought them more wealth and power.
Cortes had lost so many soldiers in the victory that he had to wait several months for more to arrive from Spain.
Cortes had lost so many soldiers in the victory that he had to wait several months for more to arrive from Spain.
The Spanish saw it as proof that they were superior to Native Americans.
The Spanish saw it as proof that they were superior to Native Americans.
The Spanish earned the respect of Native Americans.
The Spanish earned the respect of Native Americans.
The options that correctly answer the question are:
- The Spanish thought it brought them more wealth and power.
- The Spanish saw it as proof that they were superior to Native Americans.
- The Spanish thought it brought them more wealth and power.
- The Spanish saw it as proof that they were superior to Native Americans.
Which of the following were reasons the Spanish wanted to colonize the New World? Select all that apply.
(1 point)
Responses
to seek wealth
to seek wealth
to enter the fur trade
to enter the fur trade
to spread Christianity
to spread Christianity
to find new medicines
(1 point)
Responses
to seek wealth
to seek wealth
to enter the fur trade
to enter the fur trade
to spread Christianity
to spread Christianity
to find new medicines
The options that correctly answer the question are:
- To seek wealth
- To spread Christianity
- To seek wealth
- To spread Christianity
Which choice best describes the relationship Spanish colonists had with Native Americans?
(1 point)
Responses
Native Americans had little interaction with colonists and were free to live as they chose.
Native Americans had little interaction with colonists and were free to live as they chose.
Colonists treated Native Americans poorly and many Native Americans died from starvation and disease.
Colonists treated Native Americans poorly and many Native Americans died from starvation and disease.
Colonists were curious about Native Americans and were eager to learn their religious rituals.
Colonists were curious about Native Americans and were eager to learn their religious rituals.
Colonists and Native Americans lived peacefully together on missions and were equal in social stat
(1 point)
Responses
Native Americans had little interaction with colonists and were free to live as they chose.
Native Americans had little interaction with colonists and were free to live as they chose.
Colonists treated Native Americans poorly and many Native Americans died from starvation and disease.
Colonists treated Native Americans poorly and many Native Americans died from starvation and disease.
Colonists were curious about Native Americans and were eager to learn their religious rituals.
Colonists were curious about Native Americans and were eager to learn their religious rituals.
Colonists and Native Americans lived peacefully together on missions and were equal in social stat
The correct response is:
Colonists treated Native Americans poorly and many Native Americans died from starvation and disease.
Colonists treated Native Americans poorly and many Native Americans died from starvation and disease.
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