Making Connections/Summary

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief retelling of a story using important details.

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What main parts should be included in a summary?

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The main parts of a summary include: Somebody, Wanted Something, But, So, Then.

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What does the 'BUT' represent in a story?

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The 'BUT' represents the conflict or problem in a story.

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What does the 'THEN' part of your summary indicate?

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The 'THEN' part indicates the resolution or how the story ends.

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What type of information should be included in a summary?

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A summary should include the most important information.

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Why is it important to identify the main characters in a summary?

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Identifying the main characters helps to understand the central conflict and the story's progression.

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How can you determine the 'WANTED' in a summary?

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The 'WANTED' refers to what the main character desires or aims to achieve in the story.

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What role does the 'SOMEBODY' play in a summary?

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The 'SOMEBODY' refers to the main character or protagonist of the story.

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What is the significance of summarizing a story?

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Summarizing helps to distill the essential elements of a story, making it easier to understand and remember.

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How can conflict be identified in a story?

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Conflict can be identified by looking for challenges or obstacles faced by the main character.