Summary Practice

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What is a summary?

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A short retelling of the most important parts of the story.

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A summary is ________________.

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Short but has key details that support the main idea.

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What is the main purpose of a summary?

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To provide a brief overview of the main points of a text.

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What should a good summary include?

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Key details that support the main idea.

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What is NOT included in a summary?

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Unnecessary details or personal opinions.

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How long should a summary be?

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It should be short and concise.

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What is the best summary of this paragraph: 'Frank's room was a mess.'?

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Frank's room was a mess.

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Why is it important to summarize?

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It helps to understand and remember the main ideas.

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What is an example of a summary?

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A brief description of a book's plot.

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What does it mean to retell a story?

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To tell the story again in your own words.