Master the Art of Summary Writing
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What is the main difference between a summary and a paraphrase?

  • A summary conveys a deeper understanding of the overall argument, while a paraphrase simply restates specific ideas
  • A summary is used for academic purposes, while a paraphrase is used for creative writing
  • A summary is shorter than the original, while a paraphrase is approximately the same length (correct)
  • A summary includes minor details and examples, while a paraphrase leaves them out
  • What are some of the purposes of summarizing skills mentioned in the text?

  • Learning a new language, playing a musical instrument, practicing a sport, and cooking a meal
  • Preparing for exams, taking notes on readings, collecting and condensing information for research papers, and integrating sources into writing (correct)
  • Watching a movie, listening to music, playing video games, and browsing social media
  • Writing a novel, composing a poem, creating a painting, and sculpting a statue
  • Why is summarizing useful when borrowing information from another writer?

  • It is a requirement for academic writing
  • It is easier to integrate the ideas into your own writing/essay via summarizing (correct)
  • It helps you avoid plagiarism by completely changing the ideas of the original text
  • It allows you to use the exact wording and style of the original text
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