Summary Writing Quiz

How many marks are allocated for listing 5 points for the examiner?

• 2 marks

• 5 marks

• 10 marks

• 15 marks

What is the maximum word count for the summary paragraph?

• 200 words

• 100 words

• 120 words

• 150 words

What should you include in the summary paragraph?

• Main ideas

• Examples

• Direct quotations

• Your opinions

How many points are required in the summary paragraph to pass?

• 5 points

• 7 points

• 10 points

• 15 points

What should you do with examples in the summary paragraph?

• Include them

• Avoid them

• Summarize them

• Expand on them

Which of the following is NOT a key point for summary writing?

• Read the instructions carefully

• Write the title

• List all points found in the passage

• Do not repeat similar ideas

What should you do with direct quotations in the summary paragraph?

• Avoid them

• Paraphrase them

• Use them frequently

• Highlight them

How many times minimum should you read the passage when looking for main ideas?

• Once

• Three times

• Twice

• Four times

What should you do with the order of your list of points in the summary paragraph?

• Randomize the order

• Start from paragraph 1 and make your way down

• Ignore the order

• Start from the end

What type of language should you use in the summary paragraph?

• Informal

• Formal

• Technical

• Casual