Summarization
English Language
Summarization starts at 5 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one way to check if your summary is accurate.
Describe the difference between a summary and a review.
Explain why it is important to avoid plagiarism when summarizing a text.
Explain why it is important to use your own words when summarizing.
Explain why summarizing is a useful skill in academic and professional settings.
Read the following passage: 'Marie Curie was a pioneering scientist who discovered two new elements and won two Nobel Prizes for her work in physics and chemistry.' Write a summary in one sentence.
Read the following passage: 'The Amazon rainforest is home to a vast number of plant and animal species. It plays a crucial role in regulating the Earth's climate and provides resources for many indigenous communities.' Write a one-sentence summary of the passage.
Read the following text: 'Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to make food from carbon dioxide and water.' Write a summary in your own words.
Which of the following best describes a good summary? (1) It includes every detail from the original text. (2) It restates the main ideas in a concise way. (3) It uses direct quotations only. (4) It is longer than the original text.
Which of the following is a characteristic of an effective summary? (1) It is subjective, (2) It is detailed, (3) It is objective, (4) It is opinionated
Which of the following is a good summarization strategy? (1) Focus on minor details, (2) Identify the main idea, (3) Add your opinion, (4) Copy the text
Which of the following is a sign of a poor summary? (1) It is concise, (2) It includes personal opinions, (3) It covers main points, (4) It is written in your own words
Fill in the blank: A summary should be ______ and to the point.
Fill in the blank: A summary should be ______ than the original text.
Fill in the blank: A summary should be written in a ______ and logical order.
Fill in the blank: A summary should capture the ______ of the original text.
True or False: A summary should always be written in your own words.
True or False: A summary should include examples and anecdotes from the original text.
True or False: Summaries are usually longer than the original text.
True or False: Summaries can be used to check your understanding of a text.
