Summary

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What is the definition of a summary?

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A short statement of the main points.

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True or false: Summaries should be longer than the story you are talking about.

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False (It should be shorter).

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What are the 5 W's of a summary?

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Who, What, When, Where, Why.

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What should be included in the summary?

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Where the story takes place.

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What is the main purpose of a summary?

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To give a brief overview of the main ideas.

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What is an example of a summary?

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Jill has many restaurants to choose from for her birthday.

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Why is it important to summarize?

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It helps to understand and remember the main points.

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What does 'Who' refer to in the 5 W's?

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The characters involved in the story.

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What does 'What' refer to in the 5 W's?

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The main events or ideas of the story.

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What does 'When' refer to in the 5 W's?

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The time period or specific time the story takes place.