Lincoln County Schools Patriot Day Instructional Expectations
Patriot Day 1: Summarizing
School: LCHS
Course/Subject:
Reading Strategies
Teacher: Coffman, Hisel,
Lowe, and Melton
Learning Target:
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.9-10.2
Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze in detail its development over the course of the
text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide an objective
summary of the text.
Lesson Expectations/Standard:
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Students manually turn in their work to teachers or submit it electronically upon return to school.
Students will receive a zero if work is not returned within one calendar week from assigned date.
Students will meet proficiency (80%)
Standards Based Grading
Activity Grading
4 Mastery – 90% or above
9 -10 correct = 4
3 Approaching Mastery – 80-89%
8 correct =3
2 Partial Mastery – 70-79%
7 correct = 2
1 Attempting Mastery –10-69%
6 correct = 1
0 No Attempt Made – 0%
0 correct = 0
Assignment Details:
SeeReader:
• Login to www.readingplus.com
• Click SeeReader
• Pick topic of interest and complete ONE SeeReader. The program will let you know how you did
immediately. OR
Packet:
• Read lesson provided with each Patriot Day assignment.
• Complete Study Island activity practice assignment.
• Students are expected to highlight and annotate the text as appropriate to task.
• Contact teacher with questions via email, Remind, or Google Classroom.
Links to Other Assignment Options (websites or programs):
Students have the option to complete ONE SeeReader through the ReadingPlus program or that day of the
Patriot Packet.
Links to Resources and Support:
www.readingplus.com
Teacher Support: (list emails &/or phone numbers here):
[email protected] [email protected]
[email protected] [email protected]
*Reminder: Assignments are due back to teachers the next day we are in school, if possible, or within 1
week of the Patriot Day.
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Patriot Day 1:
Summarization
A summary is a shortened version of a passage. In a summary, you must give the
main ideas and major details, but leave out the minor, or nonessential, details.
Writing summaries is an important skill for a college student because you will have to research
information for essays and reports. You must read the information from several sources and
summarize it in your own words. If you just copy what someone else has written, you can be
penalized for plagiarism.
Example:
Read the passage below. Then, close the window and write a summary without referring back to the
passage. Imagine that a friend asks you what the passage was about and you have to tell him the
information quickly. You will have to summarize the passage in your own words. You can study a
sample of a summary after the passage.
The Renaissance arose from several sources. The culture of the late Middle Ages was one
major tributary; another was an intensified interest in the literature of ancient Greece and Rome.
However, the Renaissance did not come about only from renewed interest in the past. Voyages of
exploration provided new information and new stimuli for writers and artists. A growing interest
in science directed attention to the natural world and suggested new interpretations of observable
phenomena. Capitalistic economic activity supplied the wealth needed to support the
achievements of thinkers and artists.
For several reasons, the Renaissance developed first in Italy and then spread from there to
other regions of Europe. Trade remained important in Italy, which gave birth to early modern
capitalism, and furnished the material resources for cultural development. Less feudal than
northern Europe, Italy enjoyed renewed vigor in its urban centers in the wake of the Crusades.
Political developments fostered growth of independent city-states, and prominent commercial
cities like Genoa, Venice, and Milan competed with one another in cultural as well as
commercial affairs. There emerged an affluent, middle/upper class with the leisure for education
and a sense of political responsibility. Such individuals sought models of civic duty, social
responsibility, and governmental values. The urbanized, sophisticated world of ancient Greece
and Rome provided just such models in an extensive body of literature and art.
—World History: Volume II: Since 1500
Sample Summary:
The Renaissance was influenced not only by the culture of ancient civilizations but also by the
new discoveries of explorers and scientists. It was a time when artists and philosophers flourished as
more money was available to commission their works. Italy was the birthplace of the Renaissance.
In its thriving urban centers, a new class of wealthy citizens had the luxury to promote education and
attempted to imitate the civic-mindedness of ancient Greece and Rome.
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Summarizing
1.
Thousands of followers of Indonesian president Abdurrahman Wahid rioted Tuesday, attacking churches
and buildings that belonged to political rivals. This occurred on the eve of a Parliament meeting that was
expected to start an impeachment bid. This bid would result in legal charges being brought against Wahid.
Police fired warning shots to break up angry mobs in Wahid's home province of East Java. Many people
there believe the Indonesian president is an Islamic holy man. An opposition party official's home was attacked
on Sumatra Island.
Which of the following best summarizes the passage above?
A. Supporters of President Wahid rioted in protest of an attempt to remove him from office. Police
used warning shots to break up the crowd.
B. Thousands of protesters were rioting outside of a home at East Java. Some protesters attacked a
party official's home on Sumatra Island.
C. Police fired warning shots in an attempt to end the rioting. The rioters were followers of President
Wahid. They believe he is a holy man.
D. Rioting is very common during the shift of political power in third world countries. The Indonesian
president was about to be impeached.
2.
Astronomer Galileo Galilei played a major role in the Scientific Revolution. Using an improved telescope,
Galileo discovered the moons of the planet Jupiter and the phases of the planet Venus. For a long time, people
believed Earth to be the center of the solar system. Galilei, however, proved that Earth, like other planets,
revolves around the Sun. He was the first to observe lunar mountains, sunspots, and Saturn's rings.
Choose the best summary of the above passage.
A. Galileo enjoyed solving mathematical equations and making scientific discoveries.
B. Galileo was an astronomer who discovered important facts about the solar system.
C. Galileo spent years trying to form a theory on planetary movements and positions.
D. Galileo proved to people that the Earth, like other planets, revolves around the Sun.
3.
Studies have found that flying is about 29 times safer than driving. Still, many people have a fear of
flying, even if they know how safe it is. A fear of flying often stems from feeling out of control. Unless a person
is a pilot, he or she really has no control over the plane's movement. Also, planes make many odd sounds, and
rides can be very bumpy. Usually, the best way to combat a fear of flying is with education. Knowing the
physical laws that make flight possible, knowing what all the sounds a plane makes mean, and knowing how
bumps affect flight can all help to lessen the fears people have of flying. Because flying is the fastest way and
one of the safest ways to travel, a person should not let the fear of flying get into his or her way.
Which of these best summarizes the passage?
A. To get past a fear of flying, the best help is education about planes and flight.
B. Even though flying is 29 times safer than driving, many people are scared of flying.
C. Fear of flying is caused by many things, including lack of knowledge about planes and flying.
D. Despite its safety, flying scares people for several reasons but can be treated by education.
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4.
Disc golf is one of the fastest growing sports in the United States. Most cities have at least one disc golf
course while some, like Dallas, Texas, have over a dozen. There are many reasons for the sport's growing
popularity. First, a new player only needs to invest about $10, for a golf disc, to begin. Second, unlike regular
golf which can cost over $100 to play, disc golf is free. Third, because most people know how to throw a
Frisbee, learning to play disc golf is relatively easy. True, it takes a lot of time and practice to become a skilled
player, but a new player can have a good time on the course the first time they decide to give it a try. Courses
are popping up all over the country. If you are interested in playing but have no idea how to begin, there are
several Websites devoted to the sport that can help.
What is the best summary of this passage?
A. Disc golf is a sport that uses a Frisbee-type disc. Because most people can throw a Frisbee, it is easy
to learn.
B. Disc golf courses are being built in cities all over the country. Many cities have over a dozen
courses.
C. Disc golf is a fast-growing sport because it is affordable. A new disc costs only about $10.
D. Disc golf is growing in popularity because it is easy and cheap to begin playing. More information
is on Websites.
5. Head coverings were probably the first forms of apparel put on by early humans, probably for protection
from rain and sun. Hats for men have been considered proper fashion for centuries, but the popularity of hats,
aside from baseball caps, declined in the second half of the 20th century. Now, in the early 21st century, the
fashionable men's hat is seeing a resurgence in popularity. Led by styles such as the fedora and the panama,
men are again choosing to add a "lid" to a stylish outfit when dressing up is required. Men are again finding that
the hat is an accessory capable of expressing individuality and taste.
What is the best summary of this passage?
A. Hat styles such as the fedora, the panama, and the baseball cap are popular.
B. After being popular for centuries, hats declined in popularity in the last half of the 20th Century.
C. After a decline, hats are seeing a resurgence in popularity as part of a fashionable outfit.
D. Early humans first used hats to protect themselves from rain and sun, and hat popularity is growing.
6.
The debate over snacking is very confusing. Even experts cannot agree on whether snacking helps or
prevents weight control. Some studies show that snacking results in eating a greater number of calories, which
leads to weight gain. Other studies show that this is not always the case. These studies say that snacks might
even make weight control easier. The ultimate answer may be that the pros and cons of snacking vary among
individuals.
What is the best summary of this paragraph?
A. Snacking can reduce the overall amount of food a person eats and can lead to weight loss. Snacking
helps to curb cravings throughout the day and leads to people eating less food at large meal times.
B. Snacking causes a person to gain weight and should be avoided whenever possible. Snacking leads
to a person eating a greater number of calories for the entire day, which makes a person gain weight.
C. Snacking is a big part of America's growing weight problem. Snacking on junk food can make a
person drink more soda. This will lead a person to eat a lot of food in one day and then gain weight.
D. There is a debate among experts as to the advantages and disadvantages of snacking. Some studies
say snacking leads to weight gain, while others say that snacking makes weight control easier.
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Do hikers have special nutritional needs? Indeed! Complex carbohydrates and endurance fuels are the key
ingredients in a hiker’s diet. Neal Henderson at the Boulder Center for Sports Medicine suggests a mix of fifty
to sixty percent carbohydrates, twenty to thirty percent protein, and twenty to thirty percent fat in a hiker’s diet.
Protein is a key ingredient on extended trips as it helps regenerate muscle tissue. Half a gram of protein per
pound of body weight daily helps maintain muscle mass. David Guenther, a thru hiker, elaborates how he
burned calories while hiking the southernmost 700 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Most days on the trail, he
consumed over 3,000 calories and lost a pound and a half each day. Proteins and carbohydrates were key
ingredients in the hiker’s diet.
7. What is the best summary of the above selection?
A. The hiker's diet is geared towards certain set of people. It is created for people who are interested in
increasing muscle mass, burning calories, and losing weight.
B. David Guenther gives a detailed account of how he burned calories while hiking the southernmost
700 miles of the Appalachian Trail. He burned a considerable amount of calories on his hiking trips.
C. The Boulder Center for Sports Medicine promotes the hiker's diet for anyone interested in losing
weight. They suggest mixing proteins, fats, and carbohydrates to lose weight.
D. A hiker's diet consists of several complex ingredients consisting mainly of proteins, carbohydrates,
and fats. Hikers require special nutrition since they burn thousands of calories a day.
What good can an aromatic root like ginger do? You’ll be surprised at the goodness in store! Ginger root
was mostly cultivated and used in South East Asia and other tropical areas, but it is now found in cuisines all
over the world. People are slowly waking up to the health benefits of this wonderful root. It helps cure nausea
and aides in good digestion. Ginger root calms an upset stomach by relieving stomach cramps and improving
circulation. It also supports a healthy cardiovascular system by making platelets less sticky, which in turn
reduces circulatory problems. Using ginger-based massage oil relieves painful arthritis. It is a natural product
and should be part of everyone’s diet. It can be freshly grated for cooking or can be used as a health
supplement. Consult your physician and start your daily dose of ginger today!
8. What is a good summary of the above passage?
A. Ginger can be used in its natural form as part of everyday cooking or it can be taken as a
supplement. It also is a very aromatic root used to relieve arthritis.
B. Ginger is mainly used in South East Asian countries. Over the years, however, it has found its way
into other tropical areas and into cuisines around the world.
C. There is plenty of goodness in the aromatic ginger root. Apart from being used in cooking, it helps
in relieving painful arthritis, stomach problems, and nausea.
D. Ginger root has several health benefits that have been discovered over the years. It helps relieve
problems related to nausea, digestion, circulation, and arthritis.
from Grand Canyon Of Arizona: How To See It
by George Wharton James
There are many canyons, but the Grand Canyon of Arizona is the Mecca of the traveling world, and El Tovar
always has the housing of the choice spirits who have run the gamut of tourist delights in other lands. This
home-like inn shelters men of letters, scientists, geologists, artists and businessmen. Any night, in the year, on
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the rim of this wonderful abyss, there will be found a miniature city, with its life and sparkle, its fellowships and
social converse, its bustle and abandon, and, best of all, the simon-pure democracy inherent among traveled
men and women.
In magical contrast with this human center, is the nearby solitude, for one may in a moment step from the
companionship of men to the isolation of the desert or mountain—at will you may be one of the crowd or a
hermit.
9. Which of the following sentences best summarizes the above selection?
A. The Grand Canyon offers great solitude for those seeking to find a quiet place. The remoteness of
the desert or the mountains brings a certain kind of peace for the hermits.
B. The Grand Canyon offers simon-pure freedom that can be found only among men and women who
have traveled extensively. It is the only place where a sense of absolute freedom exists.
C. The Grand Canyon is a shelter to writers, scientists, geologists, artists, and businessmen. When
these people gather at the El Tovar Inn, the place transforms itself into a miniature city.
D. The Grand Canyon is a place of pilgrimage for travelers and attracts people from all walks of life.
This is one place where a person can at once be part of a crowd or be alone.
What’s so special about a bunch of green beans called edamame? It’s not just the name, but also the contents
that make this seed a favorite among Japanese and Chinese people. Edamame is a fancy name coined for boiled
soybeans. We all know how healthy and nutritious soybeans are. Eating half a cup of these tasty beans punches
up the intake of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals in a diet. An interviewer once saw Faith Hill snacking on
edamame at an interview for Country Music Television. Soy is known to promote good health and prevent
certain diseases.
A recent study shows that soy helps reduce insulin resistance, kidney damage, and increases good
cholesterol. Soy products have components that fight cancer. Isoflavone is the most active anti-cancer element
in soy products. Studies show that consuming 100-200 milligrams of isoflavone a day can lower the risk of
cancer.
10. What sentence best summarizes the above selection?
A. After an interviewer saw Faith Hill snacking on edamame, the bean became famous among people.
B. Edamame is another name given to soybeans—a seed that promotes overall health and prevents
certain diseases.
C. Edamame is a fancy name for soybeans that became famous after Faith Hill began eating them at
restaurants.
D. Edamame is a form of soybean that only helps reduce high cholesterol and does not offer any other
benefits.