Question

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summarizing informational texts — instruction — level e
spotlight for nighttime use.

after patenting his design,
morgan sold the rights to
an electric company for a
substantial amount of
money.

his signals were used
across the country and set
the standard for the red-
yellow-green traffic lights
we use today.

this is the patent drawing
for garrett morgans 3-
position traffic light.

once in a while, someone comes along who actively looks
for ways to keep others safe. such a person was garrett
morgan. in addition to his inventive genius, he was blessed
with genuine concern for the well-being of other people.

fill in the blanks to complete a
summary of the passage.

garrett morgan turned his bright ideas
into successful and helpful inventions.
his safety hood protected people
in dangerous situations. his electric
traffic signal traffic.
morgan was about
peoples

options: prevented, improved, operated

Explanation:

1. For the traffic signal blank: The passage states Morgan's traffic light set the modern standard, so it would prevent traffic accidents/conflicts.
2. For the final blank: The passage notes Morgan cared about others' well-being, so he was focused on improving people's safety/lives.

Answer:

• His electric traffic signal prevented traffic [accidents/conflicts].
• Morgan was improved → corrected: Morgan was focused on improving people's safety and well-being.

Final completed summary:
Garrett Morgan turned his bright ideas into successful and helpful inventions. His safety hood protected people in dangerous situations. His electric traffic signal prevented traffic [accidents/conflicts]. Morgan was focused on improving people's safety and well-being.