Objective Summary

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What does 'objective' mean?

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No opinions or reactions, just the facts.

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Which answer below is the best objective summary?

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In the movie Finding Nemo by Disney/Pixar, an overprotective fish named Marlin must find his son Nemo after he is captured by humans. He meets Dory, who helps him overcome his fears. Marlin eventually finds Nemo, and he becomes more trusting.

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What does paraphrasing mean?

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To change the wording to your own words.

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What should an objective summary be like?

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It should be brief, accurate, and objective.

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What is a summary?

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A shortened retelling of the important parts of a text or story.

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What is the purpose of an objective summary?

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To present the main ideas of a text without personal opinions.

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What is the difference between a summary and a paraphrase?

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A summary condenses the main ideas, while a paraphrase rewrites specific passages in your own words.

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Why is it important to be objective in a summary?

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Being objective ensures that the summary reflects the original text without bias or personal interpretation.

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What should you avoid in an objective summary?

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Including personal opinions or unnecessary details.

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How can you ensure your summary is objective?

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Focus on the main ideas and use neutral language.