Summary practice SWBST

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What does SWBST stand for?

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SWBST stands for Somebody, Wanted, But, So, Then. It is a strategy used to summarize stories.

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What does the 'S' in SWBST represent?

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The 'S' in SWBST represents 'Somebody', which refers to the main character in the story.

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What does the 'W' in SWBST represent?

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The 'W' in SWBST represents 'Wanted', which refers to the main character's goal or desire.

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What does the 'B' in SWBST represent?

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The 'B' in SWBST represents 'But', which refers to the main problem or obstacle the character faces.

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What does the second 'S' in SWBST represent?

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The second 'S' in SWBST represents 'So', which explains how the character solved the problem or overcame the obstacle.

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What does the 'T' in SWBST represent?

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The 'T' in SWBST represents 'Then', which describes the outcome or result of the character's actions.

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Why is summarizing important in reading?

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Summarizing helps to understand the main ideas and events of a story, making it easier to remember and discuss.

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How can you identify the main character in a story?

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The main character is usually the person the story is mostly about, often facing challenges or changes.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that gives the main points of a story without including all the details.

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What is the purpose of the 'Wanted' part in SWBST?

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The 'Wanted' part helps to identify what the main character is trying to achieve or what they desire.