Summarizing Texts

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5th Grade
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What is summarizing?
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Summarizing is the process of condensing information from a text into a shorter version, highlighting the key details such as characters, setting, main problem, events, and conclusion.
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What is the setting of a story?
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The setting is the time and place where the story takes place.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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When would you summarize a book?
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You would summarize a book when you want to tell a friend the gist or main ideas of the book.
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What detail should be cut from a summary?
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Opinions or personal judgments about the text, such as calling it the 'funniest book in the world,' should be cut from a summary.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What can you summarize?
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You can summarize anything you read or watch, including books, articles, and movies.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are key details in a text?
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Key details include important elements like characters, setting, main problem, events, and conclusion.
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Why is summarizing important?
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Summarizing helps you understand and remember the main ideas of a text, making it easier to communicate those ideas to others.
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