Summarizing

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What is the first step to summarizing a passage?

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Carefully reading through and understanding the passage so you can make a better summary.

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Which best describes a summary?

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The main ideas and important details of a text.

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What does Jacob prefer when taking a bath?

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Jacob likes to take fast baths.

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What was Lisa unable to remember about the seven dwarfs?

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Lisa could not remember the name of one of the dwarfs.

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How should you write your summary?

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In your own words with complete sentences.

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What is a summary?

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A brief statement that includes the main ideas and important details of a text.

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Why is it important to read carefully before summarizing?

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To ensure you understand the text and can accurately convey its main ideas.

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What should you avoid when writing a summary?

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Including unnecessary details or personal opinions.

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What is the purpose of a summary?

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To provide a concise overview of a text's main points.

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What is one way to check if your summary is effective?

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Ensure it captures the main ideas without adding extra information.