Objective Summaries

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How detailed should an objective summary be?

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You should only put in the major details so it's not too long.

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What is the definition of subjective?

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Based on personal opinion.

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What is the central idea?

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A one sentence statement that sums up what the author wants us to learn from the text.

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What is the definition of objective?

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Without personal opinions or judgment.

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Should an objective summary include the ending of the text?

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Yes--you're supposed to summarize the entire text, whether or not the reader has read it before.

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What is an objective summary?

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A brief account that presents the main ideas without personal opinions.

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Why is it important to avoid personal opinions in an objective summary?

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To ensure the summary is unbiased and focuses on the text's main ideas.

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What types of details should be included in an objective summary?

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Only major details that contribute to understanding the main idea.

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What is the purpose of an objective summary?

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To provide a clear and concise overview of the text's main points.

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How does an objective summary differ from a subjective summary?

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An objective summary is based on facts, while a subjective summary includes personal opinions.