Main/Central Idea & Summarizing Non-Fiction

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What is a good summary?

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A good summary is as short as possible.

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True or False: A good summary includes only the most important details.

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True

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What is a non-fiction summary?

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The most important parts of a story written in a short paragraph.

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What is a key detail?

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An important point in the text that might be used in the summary.

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True or False: The first and last sentences in a text can help you find the Central/Main Idea.

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True

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What does 'main idea' mean?

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The main point the author is trying to communicate in the text.

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What is summarizing?

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Summarizing is the process of putting the main ideas of a text into your own words.

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Why is it important to summarize?

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Summarizing helps you understand and remember the main points of a text.

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What should you include in a summary?

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Only the most important details and main ideas.

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What is the difference between fiction and non-fiction?

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Fiction is made-up stories, while non-fiction is based on real events and facts.