Main Idea, Summarize & Inference

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or the most important concept that the author wants to convey in a text.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas in your own words.

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What is inference?

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Inference is using clues from the text and your own knowledge to come to a conclusion or idea.

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What should you include in a summary?

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A summary should include the main ideas of the text in your own words and be shorter than the original text.

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What is NOT a part of a summary?

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Using exact words from the text is NOT a part of a summary.

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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence or the sentence that expresses the primary point of the paragraph.

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Why is it important to use your own words in a summary?

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Using your own words shows understanding of the material and helps avoid plagiarism.

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What is a clue that can help you make an inference?

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Contextual details, character actions, and dialogue can serve as clues for making inferences.

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What does it mean to 'draw a conclusion'?

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To draw a conclusion means to make a judgment or decision based on the information provided.

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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 restates the text in different words without shortening it.