Pre Assessment-Summarize a Text

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that presents the main ideas and key details of a text without including personal opinions.

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What should NOT be included in a summary?

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Exact words from the text should not be included in a summary.

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What is the purpose of summarizing a text?

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The purpose of summarizing is to convey the central idea and key details of the text in a concise manner.

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What types of materials can be summarized?

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You can summarize anything you read or watch.

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How should a summary be written?

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A summary should be written in your own words using complete sentences.

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What is the difference between a summary and a paraphrase?

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A summary condenses the main ideas of a text, while a paraphrase restates specific passages in different words.

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Why is summarizing important?

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Summarizing is important because it helps to distill information, making it easier to understand and remember.

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What are key details in a summary?

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Key details are the most important points that support the central idea of the text.

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Can a summary include personal opinions?

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No, a summary should not include personal opinions; it should remain objective.

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What is the first step in writing a summary?

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The first step in writing a summary is to read the text thoroughly to understand its main ideas.