Summarizing Nonfiction Effectively

Mrs. Keel reviews how to summarize nonfiction, emphasizing the importance of identifying main ideas, using your own words to avoid plagiarism, and citing sources. She explains the differences between summarizing fiction and nonfiction, focusing on the need to leave out minor details and concentrate on key points. The tutorial provides practical tips for effective summarization and highlights the importance of crediting original authors.

What is the primary purpose of non-fiction?

• To tell a story

• To entertain

• To inform or teach

• To confuse

What is the main difference between summarizing fiction and non-fiction?

• Fiction summaries focus on main ideas, non-fiction on plot points

• Fiction summaries focus on plot points, non-fiction on main ideas

• Both focus on main ideas

• Both focus on plot points

When summarizing non-fiction, what should you look for in each paragraph?

• The number of words

• The most important ideas

• The author's name

• The longest sentences

What is a good practice to follow while reading non-fiction for summarization?

• Reading quickly

• Ignoring details

• Jotting down important ideas

• Memorizing the text

What should you avoid doing when writing a non-fiction summary?

• Citing sources

• Including every detail

• Identifying main ideas

• Using your own words

What does paraphrasing mean?

• Ignoring the text

• Putting each line of the text into your own words

• Summarizing the text

• Copying the text exactly

Why is it important to use your own words in a summary?

• To make it longer

• To avoid plagiarism

• To confuse the reader

• To make it more interesting

What should you always include when writing a non-fiction summary?

• Citations and sources

• Unrelated information

• Your personal opinion

• The author's exact words

What is considered plagiarism in a summary?

• Summarizing the main ideas

• Citing sources

• Using your own words

• Using the author's exact words

What is the final step in writing a non-fiction summary?

• Reading the text again

• Citing your sources

• Using the author's words

• Ignoring the details