1) Read the summary paragraph for the article on service and answer the questions that follow: Service improves society, impacting the helpers as well as those needing assistance. It means being an active participant in one's community, taking action where it can be of benefit. Every person should make it a priority to serve at least two hours per week. It's an extremely important civic responsibility that is invaluable to citizens most in need. Service creates improved communities where people care about each other. Which of the following is not a feature of a good summary?
a) Brief
b) Objective
c) Restates the thesis
d) Focuses on minor details

2) What are the key details from the article that should appear in its summary?
a) Service is performed by millions of Americans each year, saving tax dollars.
b) Service is being an active helper in the community and taking action that can be of benefit.
c) Service comes from those who have the time and money to not work.
d) Service comes from citizens who care and accept their responsibility.

3)Which of the following makes a true statement about good summaries?
a) Good summaries include the writer's opinion on the article.
b) Good summaries focus on the support details from the body.
c) Good summaries provide all the data an author uses for support.
d) Good summaries objectively restate the thesis and crucial details.