Which phrase best captures the objectives of stop & think?

• A. Skim the text to finish quickly
• B. Build a narrative around the passage
• C. Boil down to the essential meaning
• D. Rely on first impressions

Answer: (C)

Pause and analyze the content to pull out the main point. Stop & think is about slowing down enough to identify the core message and express it concisely, rather than rushing or taking impressions at face value. The phrase that fits best is the one that signals distilling the material to its essential meaning, capturing the main idea in a clear form.

Skimming to finish quickly skips the careful processing needed to find that core meaning. Building a narrative around the passage shifts the focus to storytelling rather than identifying the central point. Relying on first impressions encourages quick judgments without checking the actual meaning or evidence.

So, the best choice reflects extracting the essential meaning after thoughtful consideration.