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  • Summaries need to include _______ details
    relevant
  • Summaries (do/do not) replace reading the actual text
    do not
  • What happens if when we add too many unnecessary details to a summary?
    The summary becomes muddled. It can become too long. It gives too many details.
  • Give me an example of a setting
    --
  • What is the question you should ask yourself when determining whether or not you should put something in your summary?
    Do you need this information to understand the text?
  • Summaries need to be _____ than a few words: a. less b. more
    more
  • True or False: You should put ALL details of the story in the summary to help the reader
    False. You need to put relevant details like plot, characters, and setting.
  • Give me an example of a character
    --
  • True or False: When you summarize, you must use your own words
    True.
  • A summary should have all of the following EXCEPT: a. plot b. characters c. personal opinion
    Personal Opinion
  • Give me an example of a plot
    --
  • Is this a good summary for the movie UP: This story is about a man named Carl. If no, what is wrong with it?
    No. There are not enough details. Only the main character has been stated.
  • List two kinds of relevant details we put in a summary
    characters, setting, plot, main idea
  • True or False: Summaries need to be written in complete sentences
    True.
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