Summarize

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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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How long should a summary typically be?

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3-5 sentences.

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What is a key characteristic of a good summary?

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It captures the main idea of the passage.

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When summarizing a story, what should you focus on?

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The most significant information.

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What should you consider when summarizing informational text?

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Details and facts.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To restate the main points in your own words.

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Why is summarizing important in academic writing?

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It helps to distill information and clarify understanding.

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What is the difference between summarizing and paraphrasing?

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Summarizing condenses the main ideas, while paraphrasing rewords specific passages.

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What types of texts can be summarized?

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Both narrative and informational texts.

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What should be avoided in a summary?

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Personal opinions and unnecessary details.