Summary

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a short statement that gives the main ideas of a passage.

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What does it mean to summarize?

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To summarize means to give a brief overview of the main points of a text.

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What is the main purpose of a summary?

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The main purpose of a summary is to convey the essential information without unnecessary details.

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How long is a summary usually?

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A summary is usually short.

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What is the difference between a summary and a retell?

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A summary talks about main ideas, while a retell includes all the events.

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Where can a summary usually be found in a passage?

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A summary is often found at the beginning or end of a passage.

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What should a good summary include?

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A good summary should include the main ideas and key points of the text.

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Can a summary be one sentence?

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Yes, a summary can be one sentence if it captures the main idea.

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What is an example of a summary?

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Jill has many restaurants to choose from for her birthday.

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What is a false statement about summarizing?

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The Summary is one isolated thought in a passage.