Summary Writing Strategy Quiz

What is the first step in writing a summary paragraph according to the strategy discussed?

• List important details

• Summarize the conclusion

• Identify the main idea

• Determine the text type

In the example summary paragraph, what is the main idea of the article 'School to Prison Pipeline'?

• The benefits of zero-tolerance policies

• The importance of school discipline

• The impact of zero-tolerance policies on students

• The role of teachers in student behavior

According to the article, which group of students is unfairly targeted by zero-tolerance policies?

• Students with high grades

• Students with disabilities and racial minorities

• Students from wealthy backgrounds

• Students who participate in sports

What does the article suggest about the presence of police officers in schools?

• It has no impact on students

• It reduces student contact with law enforcement

• It creates unnecessary contact between students and law enforcement

• It improves student behavior

What is one of the suggested reforms for school policies mentioned in the article?

• Implement stricter zero-tolerance policies

• Facilitate programs to assist students in improving behavior

• Remove students from classroom programs

• Increase the number of police officers in schools