Summary Flashcard

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What is a summary?

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A summary retells the main events of a story in a shorter version.

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What does a good summary include?

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A good summary includes the main ideas and important details of the beginning, middle, and end of a passage.

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What are story elements?

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Story elements are all the things that are a part of the summary.

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True or False: A summary includes too many unimportant details.

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False

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea is the most important point or concept that the author wants to convey.

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What is the purpose of a summary?

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The purpose of a summary is to provide a concise version of the original text, highlighting key points.

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What is the difference between a summary and a detailed description?

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A summary is brief and focuses on main ideas, while a detailed description includes extensive information and details.

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What should you avoid when writing a summary?

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You should avoid including personal opinions, unnecessary details, and irrelevant information.

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What is the first step in writing a summary?

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The first step is to read the text carefully to understand its main ideas.

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How can practicing summarization help students?

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Practicing summarization helps students improve their comprehension and retention of information.