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What should you consider when writing a summary for a literary text?

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Story elements.

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What does 'Where' refer to in a literary text?

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The place where the action in the text takes place or the setting.

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Is it true that summary writing skills are only needed in middle school?

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False.

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What is the summary of the following passage: 'Tomorrow is Jill's birthday. She is excited because she gets to pick where she will eat dinner. Will it be Mexican food at the Big Enchilada House? Or will it be fried chicken at the Chicken Shack, or a big cheeseburger at Al's Hamburger Palace. She just couldn't decide. Then there was always the Pizza Shop with that great pepperoni pizza. How would she ever decide? Maybe she would just flip a coin.'?

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Jill has many restaurants to choose from for her birthday.

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What does 'What' refer to in a literary text?

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Where the action takes place.

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What are story elements?

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Components that make up a story, including characters, setting, plot, conflict, and theme.

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Why is understanding the setting important in a literary text?

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It provides context for the characters' actions and the plot.

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What is the purpose of a summary?

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To condense the main ideas of a text into a shorter form.

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What is the difference between a summary and a paraphrase?

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A summary condenses the main ideas, while a paraphrase restates the text in different words without condensing.

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What are some common mistakes to avoid when writing a summary?

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Including personal opinions, excessive detail, or failing to capture the main ideas.