Summarize

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What is a summary?

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A summary is when you tell the most important ideas of any text using your own words.

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What must a summary include?

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A summary must include only important ideas.

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What should a summary NOT include?

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A summary should not copy the exact words from the text.

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How should a summary be written?

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A summary has to be in your own words.

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What is the purpose of a summary?

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The purpose of a summary is to give a brief overview of the main ideas of a text.

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Can a summary be long?

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No, a summary should be shorter than the original text.

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What is an important skill when summarizing?

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An important skill when summarizing is identifying the main ideas.

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What does it mean to summarize a book?

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To summarize a book means to explain the main points and ideas in a shorter form.

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Why is summarizing important?

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Summarizing is important because it helps you understand and remember the main ideas.

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What is an example of a summary?

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An example of a summary is saying, 'The story is about a boy who goes on an adventure to find treasure.'