Summary

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What should be included in a summary?

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The main idea.

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What is a summary?

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A summary retells the main events of the story in a shorter version.

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How long is a summary?

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A summary is short.

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How many sentences should a written summary be?

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A written summary should be 3-5 sentences long.

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What best describes a summary?

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The main ideas and important details of the beginning, middle, and end of a passage.

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True or False: A summary includes all details from the text.

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False.

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What is the purpose of a summary?

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To provide a concise version of the main ideas and events.

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Can a summary include personal opinions?

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No, a summary should be objective and focus on the text.

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What is the difference between a summary and a retelling?

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A summary is shorter and focuses on main ideas, while a retelling includes more details.

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What should you avoid in a summary?

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Including unnecessary details or personal opinions.