Summarizing

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What does SWBST stand for?

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Somebody Wanted But So Then

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What is a summary?

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A short explanation of a text or story.

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What is another term for summarizing?

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Retelling

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Does a summary include the reader's opinion?

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False

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In the sentence 'The kids wanted to play outside, but it was too cold,' who is the SOMEBODY?

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The kids

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What is the purpose of summarizing?

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To condense information into a shorter form.

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What are the key components of a summary?

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Main idea, important details, and conclusion.

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Can a summary be longer than the original text?

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No, a summary should be shorter.

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What is the first step in summarizing a text?

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Read the text carefully.

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What should you avoid including in a summary?

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Personal opinions and unnecessary details.