Objective Summary Informational Text

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What should you do after identifying the main idea of a text?

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Write the major details to support it.

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What does it mean to 'name it' in the context of summarizing a text?

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Identify the title and author.

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What does 'objective' mean in writing?

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Not using your own biases or opinions.

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What does 'verb it' refer to in summarizing?

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Use a verb like shows, describes, explains, discusses.

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What are the characteristics of an objective summary?

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Focuses on the central ideas, is short, written in your own words, omits minor details.

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What is the main purpose of an objective summary?

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To convey the main ideas of a text without personal bias.

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How can you identify the main idea of a text?

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Look for the central point that the author is trying to convey.

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What is the difference between a summary and a narrative?

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A summary condenses the main ideas, while a narrative tells a story.

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Why is it important to omit minor details in an objective summary?

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To keep the summary focused and concise.

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What verbs can be used to describe the main idea in a summary?

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Shows, describes, explains, discusses.