Summary Writing Quiz

What is the main purpose of summary writing?

• To add more details to a text

• To explain the text in full length

• To provide a concise version of the text

• To express personal opinions about the text

Which of the following is NOT a quality of an effective summary?

• Concise

• Objective

• Detailed

• Coherent

In summary writing, which is the best approach to avoid plagiarism?

• Copying sentences word-for-word

• Paraphrasing in your own words

• Adding personal opinions

• Using quotes extensively

Which step should you take first when summarizing a text?

• Paraphrase the main ideas

• Skim the text

• Write the conclusion

• Identify transition words

What should a good summary include?

• All minor details and examples

• Only the main ideas

• Every sentence from the original text

• Personal comments on the text

What is the purpose of transition words in summary writing?

• To make the text more descriptive

• To add more details

• To connect ideas smoothly

• To introduce personal opinions

Which transition word is used to show addition?

• However

• First

• Therefore

• Furthermore

What does it mean to "paraphrase" in summary writing?

• Copying sentences exactly as they are

• Summing up with added personal opinions

• Rewriting the text in your own words

• Changing only a few words

Which of the following is NOT typically included in a summary?

• The main ideas

• Important events

• Supporting details

• Personal opinions

In which part of a summary would you find the main idea introduced?

• Introduction

• Conclusion

• Body

• Appendix