Summary Flashcard

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a shorter version of a text that highlights the main ideas and key points.

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea is what the passage is mostly about, capturing the essence of the content.

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What does it mean to summarize a paragraph?

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To summarize a paragraph means to provide a brief statement that captures the key points or ideas presented in that paragraph.

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What is a false statement about summaries?

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A false statement is that a summary is about a single thought or idea in the passage; summaries can encompass multiple ideas.

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What should a good summary include?

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A good summary should include the main idea and the most important details of the text.

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How can you determine the best summary for a paragraph?

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You can determine the best summary by identifying the main idea and key details that represent the paragraph as a whole.

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What is the purpose of a summary?

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The purpose of a summary is to condense information and provide a clear understanding of the main points without unnecessary details.

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What is an example of a good summary?

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An example of a good summary is: 'Jill has many restaurants to choose from on her birthday,' which captures the essence of her dilemma.

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What does it mean when a text is described as 'fragile'?

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When a text is described as 'fragile,' it means it is delicate and can be easily affected or damaged, similar to how butterflies are described.

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What is the significance of the main idea in a summary?

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The main idea is significant because it provides the foundation for understanding the overall message of the text.