Summarizing Central Ideas and Purpose: The Hot Zone

Question 1

Use the drop-down menus to select the best answer for each question. | What is the best definition of “scrub suit”? | What is a clue to the meaning of “scrub suit”?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

a protective item of clothing

Question 2

What is a clue to the meaning of “scrub suit”?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

She passes security levels before putting the suit on.

Question 3

Read the excerpt from The Hot Zone by Richard Preston, then use the drop-down menus to answer the questions. | What is the topic of the passage? | What is the central idea of the passage? | Which detail supports the central idea?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C. J.’s comments are designed to create an impression.

Question 4

What is a biohazard?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

a biological or chemical substance that is dangerous to humans and the environment

Question 5

Read the excerpt from The Hot Zone by Richard Preston, then use the drop-down menus to answer the questions. | What is the topic of the passage? | What is the central idea of the passage? | Which detail supports the central idea?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

news containment

Question 6

Read the excerpt from The Hot Zone by Richard Preston, then use the drop-down menus to answer the questions. | What is the topic of the passage? | What is the central idea of the passage? | Which detail supports the central idea?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The truth needs to be kept from the news.

Question 7

What is the author’s purpose in writing this text?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

to inform readers

Summarizing Central Ideas and Purpose: The Hot Zone Answers

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