Summary

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a shorter way to explain a text with important information or key points.

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What does a summary include?

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A summary includes the main ideas and important details of a text.

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How do summaries help readers?

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Summaries help readers understand what they're reading, write about what they read, and include the key points of a text.

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What is the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What are key details in a text?

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Key details are important pieces of information that support the main idea.

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What is the purpose of writing a summary?

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The purpose of writing a summary is to condense information and highlight the most important points.

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How can you identify the main idea of a text?

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You can identify the main idea by looking for repeated themes, the title, and the first and last sentences.

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What is an example of a summary?

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An example of a summary is: 'The story is about a boy who dreams of becoming a great soccer player and practices every day to achieve his goal.'

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What should you avoid in a summary?

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You should avoid including personal opinions, unnecessary details, and direct quotes in a summary.

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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 restates the text in your own words without shortening it.