The first washing machine came along in the mid-1800s. It was very different from today's machines. Here's how it worked: You'd put the soap, water, and clothes into a wooden box. Then, you'd turn a crank by hand to stir the water. The clothes got moved around in the water so dirt would come out.


Which is the best summary of this paragraph?
A The first washing machine cleaned clothes by turning them in water.
B The first washing machine used a wooden box to hold the clothes.
C The first washing machine worked by turning a hand crank.
D The first washing machine got dirt out of clothes