Summary practice SWBST

Front

Why do we summarize?

Back

To tell someone the most important parts of a story in our own words.

Front

What does the 'S' mean in SWBST?

Back

Somebody (the main character)

Front

What does the 'T' mean in SWBST?

Back

Then (to give the resolution, how the story ended, or the message/moral of the story)

Front

What does the 'W' mean in SWBST?

Back

Wanted (the main character's goal)

Front

What is a summary?

Back

A brief statement that presents the main points of a story.

Front

What does 'B' stand for in SWBST?

Back

But (the problem or conflict in the story)

Front

What is the purpose of summarizing a story?

Back

To capture the essential elements without unnecessary details.

Front

What is an example of a summary?

Back

Kirstin wanted to paint a picture for her dad but couldn't think of anything, so she looked around for inspiration and decided to paint a tree.

Front

What is the main character in a story called?

Back

Somebody.

Front

What does 'setting' refer to in a story?

Back

The time and place where the story occurs.