summary and paraphrase

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What is a summary?

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A summary includes only the main ideas of a text, condensing the information without personal opinions.

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What is a paraphrase?

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A paraphrase restates the original text in your own words while maintaining the original meaning.

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What is the difference between a summary and a paraphrase?

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A summary condenses the main ideas, while a paraphrase rewrites the text in different words.

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What is the purpose of a summary?

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The purpose of a summary is to provide a brief overview of the main points of a text.

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What is the purpose of a paraphrase?

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The purpose of a paraphrase is to clarify or simplify the original text without changing its meaning.

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What should a good summary avoid?

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A good summary should avoid personal opinions and unnecessary details.

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What should a good paraphrase avoid?

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A good paraphrase should avoid using more than two consecutive words from the original text.

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What is explanatory writing?

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Explanatory writing aims to inform the reader about a specific topic or idea.

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What is an example of a powerful statement about words?

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"Words can cause injury, and fix problems. They are magical."

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How can you identify a summary in a text?

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A summary can be identified by its focus on main ideas and brevity.