Writing an Objective Summary

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Step 1: Read the text and take notes on the main ideas.

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This step involves identifying and noting down the main ideas from the text.

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Step 2: Write the topic sentence.

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Include the author, title, verb to show the author's purpose, and the central/main idea.

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Step 3: Write one central/main idea for each section.

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Keep the original order, use main idea notes, and use transition words.

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Use of strong verbs in writing.

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Examples include argues, asserts, claims, insists, and suggests.

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Purpose of transition words.

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They help connect ideas smoothly in writing.

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Optional step in writing an objective summary.

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Write a concluding statement.

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Importance of using your own words in summaries.

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Helps in better understanding and avoiding plagiarism.

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Leaving out small details in summaries.

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Focus on main ideas and omit examples or illustrations.

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Using quotations in summaries.

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Use them when necessary to support main ideas.

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Central idea of each section.

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Write one main idea for each section in the original order.