Question

Summarize the following line from the passage:
Others contend that they should study a wide range of subjects so that they not only have the specialized knowledge necessary for their chosen careers but also sound general knowledge about the world they will have to work and live in.

• A. Others believe they should study diverse subjects that provide career-relevant knowledge and knowledge about the world.
• B. Others contend that they should study many different subjects to help them gain both career-relevant knowledge and general knowledge about the world.
• C. They should study many different subjects for knowledge.
• D. Studying many different subjects can help students gain knowledge that is both relevant to their careers and to the world.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Others believe they should study diverse subjects that provide career-relevant knowledge and knowledge about the world.

Summary is an overview of content that provides the reader with the overarching theme of a text, but does not expand on specific details.

The correct summary is Option A. It has all the relevant points from the above text to make it an appropriate summary.

Option B is incorrect as it has unnecessary details making it an inappropriate summary.

Option C is incorrect as it is too short and does not have all the key points.

Option D is incorrect as it does not explain the theme of the given sentence as it lacks a few points.