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What tense should be used when writing a summary?
What tense should be used when writing a summary?
Which of the following should be omitted from a summary?
Which of the following should be omitted from a summary?
What should you do if your summary contains extra details?
What should you do if your summary contains extra details?
What type of information should a summary focus on?
What type of information should a summary focus on?
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When editing your summary, what perspective should you imagine yourself as?
When editing your summary, what perspective should you imagine yourself as?
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Study Notes
Summary Writing Instructions
- Writing the summary involves summarizing the main points of a text, using short paragraphs.
- For fiction, summarize the events, characters, and connections.
- Use your own words to summarize.
- Use present tense for summary writing.
- Omit extra information like examples, quotes, or descriptive details.
- Do not include opinions or personal ideas.
- Review and revise the summary for clarity and completeness.
- Imagine you are a reader unfamiliar with the topic when reviewing the summary.
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Description
This quiz covers the essential techniques for writing effective summaries. It emphasizes the importance of using one's own words, maintaining present tense, and focusing on main points while omitting extraneous details. Ideal for students and writers looking to refine their summarization skills.
