Read the following passage: "A new kind of pie, called slab pie, is taking over summer dessert tables. Nothing showcases the bri
ght, sweet bounty of fresh fruits and berries better than pie, but it’s never been popular at big parties. While traditional round pies are well-suited to small gatherings, many home cooks feel they are too much trouble to prepare for a crowd. Slab pies are changing that view. There’s no need to settle for cake or other humdrum fare at block parties and barbeques anymore. Slab pies are made by doubling or tripling standard crust and filling recipes, then baking them in a large rimmed cookie sheet. A single pan full is easy to cook and carry yet still able to satisfy a crowd. Easily cut into squares, slab pies also have a slightly thicker crust so they can be served and even hand-held without fuss." Identify the topic of the paragraph and what the author is saying about the topic. From that, find the stated main idea. Topic: how to make slab pie What the author is saying about the topic: pie can be made in large pans Stated main idea: Slab pies are made by doubling or tripling standard crust and filling recipes, then baking them in a large rimmed cookie sheet. Topic: pie vs. cake What the author is saying about the topic: pie is better than cake Stated main idea: There’s no need to settle for cake or other humdrum fare at block parties and barbeques. Topic: summer food What the author is saying about the topic: enjoy fresh fruit in summer Stated main idea: Nothing showcases the bright, sweet bounty of fresh fruits and berries better than pie. Topic: pie What the author is saying about the topic: pie is the best summer dessert in all settings Stated main idea: A new kind of pie, called slab pie, is taking over summer dessert tables.
Topic: how to make slab pie What the author is saying about the topic: pie can be made in large pans Stated main idea: Slab pies are made by doubling or tripling standard crust and filling recipes, then baking them in a large rimmed cookie sheet.
This means the line "The sounds of water splashing and laughter echoed in the distance; Tim's friend's had gone for a late-night swim." is the phrase that is the correct answer, since it talks about the happy actions of Tim's friends.
