Objective Summary

Front

What does it mean to paraphrase?

Back

To change the wording to your own words.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What does 'objective' mean?

Back

No opinions or reactions, just the facts.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Front

What is an objective summary?

Back

A brief statement that presents the main ideas of a text without personal opinions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the purpose of an objective summary?

Back

To convey the essential information of a text clearly and concisely.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

Which of the following is NOT a part of a summary?

Back

Quotes words from the text.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is the first step in writing an objective summary?

Back

Read the text carefully to understand its main ideas.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

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

Back

To demonstrate understanding and avoid plagiarism.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What should be included in an objective summary?

Back

Main ideas and key details without personal opinions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

How can you identify the main idea of a text?

Back

Look for the most important point that the author is trying to convey.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is the difference between a summary and a paraphrase?

Back

A summary condenses the main ideas, while a paraphrase rewords specific sections.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2