Grade 7 · Reading & language
Write a neutral, accurate summary practice
Summarize a report without adding evaluation or extending its claims.
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The performance began late because equipment arrived after the planned time. To keep the scheduled finish time, the final discussion was shortened.
Which is the most accurate neutral summary?
- The performers were deliberately careless.
- The audience disliked every part.
- Late equipment delayed the performance and reduced discussion time.
- All future performances will start late.
See the answer & why
Late equipment delayed the performance and reduced discussion time.
The summary follows stated causes and effects without assigning unsupported blame.
A little hint: Choose a concise account of what the text actually says. Leave out your own praise, blame or prediction.
A teaching tip
Choose a concise account of what the text actually says. Leave out your own praise, blame or prediction.