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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that presents the main ideas of a text in a concise form.

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What is the theme of a story?

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The theme is the underlying message or lesson that the author wants to convey to the readers.

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What does exposition mean in a story?

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Exposition is the introduction of a story that provides details about the characters and setting.

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What should a good summary include?

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A good summary should include the main ideas and where the story takes place.

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What is the purpose of a summary?

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The purpose of a summary is to give a quick overview of the main points of a text.

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What is the difference between a summary and a retelling?

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A summary condenses the main ideas, while a retelling includes more details and may follow the original order of events.

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What is a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure in a story that plays a role in the plot.

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What is a setting in a story?

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The setting is the time and place where the story occurs.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to make an educated guess based on evidence and reasoning.

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What is a plot?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up a story.