summaries

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What does it mean to summarize?

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To briefly restate the central ideas and important details of a text in your own words.

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When summarizing, you should NEVER include...

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Your opinion.

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A summary does what?

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Is a shorter way to explain a text with important information or key points.

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The 'who/subject' is...

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The person or thing a text or article is about.

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Should a summary include the central ideas of a text?

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Yes, always.

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What is the purpose of a summary?

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To condense information and highlight key points.

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What should be avoided in a summary?

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Personal opinions and unnecessary details.

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What is a key component of a summary?

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Central ideas and important supporting details.

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How long should a summary be?

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It should be concise, typically a few sentences to a paragraph.

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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.