Trash vortex ch 4

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What is an objective summary?

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An objective summary is a brief statement that presents the central ideas of a text without personal opinions or interpretations.

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What should the first sentence of an objective summary include?

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The first sentence should state the section or chapter being summarized along with a brief gist of the work.

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What is the purpose of including evidence in an objective summary?

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Including evidence supports the central ideas and strengthens the summary by providing factual backing.

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What is the author's purpose in discussing Plastiki?

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The author's purpose is to hook the reader with an interesting story about Plastiki, which was built from 12,500 used water bottles.

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What should you do if there are multiple central ideas in a text?

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Reference each central idea and include quotes and evidence that support all of these ideas, especially from experts.

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What is a topic sentence in an objective summary?

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A topic sentence states which section of the book is being discussed along with the gist of the chapter.

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Why is it important to avoid personal opinions in an objective summary?

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Avoiding personal opinions ensures that the summary remains unbiased and focuses solely on the text's content.

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What is the difference between an objective summary and a subjective summary?

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An objective summary presents facts and central ideas without personal feelings, while a subjective summary includes personal opinions and interpretations.

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How can you determine the central ideas of a text?

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Central ideas can be determined by identifying the main points and themes that the author emphasizes throughout the text.

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What should the last sentence of an objective summary do?

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The last sentence should state that the evidence in the text supported the central ideas.