Summary

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a shorter way to explain a text with important information or key points.

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What does a summary tell us about a passage?

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The summary is what the passage is mostly about.

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Where can a summary be found in a passage?

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A summary is not always found in the first sentence; it captures the main ideas of the entire passage.

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What is the purpose of summarizing?

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Summarizing helps to understand what you're reading and to include the key points of a text.

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How do summaries help with writing?

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Summaries help you write about what you read by condensing the main ideas.

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

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A summary provides a brief overview, while a detailed description includes specific information.

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Can a summary include opinions?

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No, a summary should focus on the main ideas and facts, not personal opinions.

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What is an example of a good summary?

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A good summary captures the main points of a story without including every detail.

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Why is it important to summarize?

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Summarizing helps retain information and makes it easier to review key concepts.

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What should you avoid when summarizing?

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Avoid adding personal opinions or unnecessary details when summarizing.