Summarizing

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What is summarizing?

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Summarizing is retelling information in your own words, providing a short version of the main ideas, events, and details.

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What should you consider when summarizing an informational text?

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You should consider details and facts.

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What is a good summary of Jill's birthday dinner choices?

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Jill has many restaurants to choose from for her birthday.

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What is a good summary of Jason's desire to play third base?

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Jason really wanted to play third base.

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How should you write your summary?

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You should write your summary in your own words with complete sentences.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the most important point or concept that the text is trying to convey.

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Why is it important to summarize?

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Summarizing helps to condense information, making it easier to understand and remember.

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What does it mean to retell a story?

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To retell a story means to recount the events in your own words, focusing on the main points.

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What is an example of a detail you might include in a summary?

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An example of a detail could be a specific event or fact that supports the main idea.

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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.