Summarizing and Paraphrasing Techniques

What is the main purpose of summarizing?

• To change the meaning of a text

• To add more details to a text

• To shorten a text by including only the most important information

• To rewrite a text using different words

Which of the following best describes paraphrasing?

• Copying a text exactly

• Shortening a text

• Rewriting a text using different words

• Ignoring the original text

In the example with Trixie the dog, what is the paraphrased version of 'arf arf arf'?

• Meow meow meow

• Woof woof woof

• ARF

• Bark bark bark

What is a key difference between summarizing and paraphrasing?

• Summarizing is longer than paraphrasing

• Paraphrasing changes the topic of the text

• Summarizing shortens the text, while paraphrasing may be just as long as the original

• Paraphrasing uses the same words as the original text

What is the primary role of ninjas in feudal Japan according to the passage?

• To fight in battles

• To gather information about the enemy

• To protect the emperor

• To train samurais

What is one of the actions ninjas would take to sabotage their enemies?

• Build fortresses

• Gather food supplies

• Set fire to enemy strongholds

• Train soldiers

What should you do first when attempting to paraphrase a passage?

• Look away from the passage

• Copy the passage exactly

• Read the passage several times to understand it

• Write your paraphrase immediately

Why is it important to look away from the original text when paraphrasing?

• To avoid copying the text exactly

• To save time

• To change the topic

• To make the text longer

What should you include in your paraphrase to ensure it is accurate?

• Your own opinions

• Every single detail from the original text

• Only the main ideas and important details

• Unrelated information

When should you use quotation marks in your paraphrase?

• When you use the same wording as the original text

• When you change the meaning of the text

• When you summarize the text

• When you write your own ideas