Read the following passage about sugar cane harvesting in Jamaica:

'Sugar cane harvesting in Jamaica traditionally took place between January and June, known as the crop season. Cane cutters would work long hours in the fields, using machetes to cut the stalks close to the ground. Today, mechanical harvesters are increasingly used, though some estates still rely on manual labour. The cut cane must be processed within 24 hours to prevent sugar loss.'

Which detail should be EXCLUDED from a summary of this passage?

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Read the following passage about sugar cane harvesting in Jamaica:

'Sugar cane harvesting in Jamaica traditionally took place between January and June, known as the crop season. Cane cutters would work long hours in the fields, using machetes to cut the stalks close to the ground. Today, mechanical harvesters are increasingly used, though some estates still rely on manual labour. The cut cane must be processed within 24 hours to prevent sugar loss.'

Which detail should be EXCLUDED from a summary of this passage?

Accepted Answer

Cane cutters used machetes to cut stalks close to the ground — Award 1 mark for identifying that the specific detail about machetes and cutting close to the ground is a minor supporting detail rather than a main point. A, B, and D are all main points about timing, processing requirements, and current methods, which should be included in a summary.

Answer

Cane cutters used machetes to cut stalks close to the ground

Answer

The crop season runs from January to June

Answer

Cut cane must be processed within 24 hours

Answer

Both manual and mechanical harvesting methods are used today

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