Informational Summary

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What is a summary?

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A summary tells the main events of a text in a shorter version.

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True or False: In a summary you should include all of the details from the text.

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False

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A summary is ________________.

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Short.

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The controlling idea/main idea should be included in a summary.

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True.

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A summary includes enough details to tell the important ideas, but not too many unimportant details.

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True.

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What is the purpose of a summary?

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To provide a concise overview of the main points of a text.

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What should you avoid including in a summary?

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Unimportant details and personal opinions.

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What is the difference between a summary and a review?

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A summary presents the main ideas, while a review includes personal opinions and evaluations.

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How long should a summary typically be?

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A summary should be significantly shorter than the original text.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The central point or message that the author wants to convey.