LaRue for Mayor (vocab and summarizing)

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What does it mean to summarize?

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To summarize means to tell the main ideas or gist of something you read or watched in your own words.

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When should you summarize a book?

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You should summarize a book when you want to tell a friend the gist or main ideas of the book.

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What does the word OVERWHELMING mean?

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Overwhelming means powerful and intense.

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What does the word CAMPAIGN mean?

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Campaign means an organized series of steps toward a goal.

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What is a key part of writing a summary?

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A key part of writing a summary is using your own words and complete sentences.

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Can you summarize movies?

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Yes, you can summarize anything you read or watch, including movies.

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What is the purpose of a campaign in an election?

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The purpose of a campaign in an election is to organize efforts to win votes and support for a candidate.

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence has a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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Why is it important to summarize?

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Summarizing helps you understand and remember the main ideas of what you read or watched.

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What is the difference between a summary and a detailed description?

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A summary gives the main ideas, while a detailed description includes all the specific details.