Summary

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that presents the main ideas or events of a text in your own words.

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Why is it important to use your own words in a summary?

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Using your own words helps to ensure that you understand the material and can convey the main ideas clearly.

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What should a summary include?

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A summary should include the main ideas or events of the text and be shorter than the original text.

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What is NOT a part of a summary?

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Exact words from the text.

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What does it mean for a summary to be shorter than the text?

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It means that a summary condenses the information, focusing only on the essential points.

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Can a summary include personal opinions?

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No, a summary should only present the main ideas without personal opinions or interpretations.

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What is an example of a good summary?

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Jill has many restaurants to choose from for her birthday.

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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 overview of the main points of a text.

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How can you identify the main idea of a text?

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Look for repeated themes, the topic sentence, or the conclusion of the text.

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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 specific information in different words.