Worksheet on Summary Skills - Key Points
English
Grade 8
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~16 mins
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A worksheet focused on developing summary skills by identifying key points and correcting errors in a professional, atmospheric fictional passage.
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Worksheet on Summary Skills - Key Points
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Grade Grade 8
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Understanding Key Points Through Fiction
In the quiet town of Ravenswood, an old clock tower cast long shadows over cobblestone streets, whispering tales of bygone days. Amelia, a keen observer and aspiring historian, wandered through the market square, noticing how the town’s decline had subtly transformed its charm. Once bustling with lively vendors and cheerful children, Ravenswood now seemed shrouded in a nostalgic haze. Amelia’s curiosity was piqued by a faded mural depicting the town’s golden era, with vibrant colors that contrasted starkly against the peeling paint around it. As she examined the mural, she sensed a story hidden beneath the layers of time—an unspoken history waiting to be uncovered. Suddenly, a gust of wind scattered autumn leaves at her feet, echoing a sense of change and impermanence. She reflected on how memories of the past shaped the present, but also how progress required acknowledgment of both the beauty and the flaws of history.
1.
Identify the main idea of the passage in one sentence.
[2 marks]2.
What is the significance of the mural in the story?
[2 marks]3.
Correct the following statement if it is inaccurate: 'Ravenswood has always been a bustling town with lively markets.'
Aa) True
Bb) False, Ravenswood was once bustling but has become quieter over time.
Cc) False, Ravenswood is a modern city with no history of decline.
Dd) True, the town has remained unchanged for decades.
4.
Describe the literary technique used in the phrase: 'the clock tower cast long shadows over cobblestone streets, whispering tales of bygone days.'
[3 marks]5.
Analyze how the imagery of 'faded mural contrasting with peeling paint' contributes to the overall mood of the passage.
6.
Identify and correct the error in this statement: 'Amelia noticed how the town’s decline had subtly transformed its charm.'
[2 marks]7.
Explain the significance of the wind scattering leaves in the context of the story.
[3 marks]8.
Imagine you are Amelia. Write a short paragraph (about 150 words) describing what you hope to discover about Ravenswood’s history.
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