Summary Writing
English Language
Summary Writing starts at 6 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one way to check if your summary is too long.
Explain why it is important to avoid copying sentences directly from the text when summarizing.
Explain why summaries are useful for studying.
Explain why summaries should not include examples or minor details.
List two reasons why summarizing is an important skill.
Read the following passage and write a one-sentence summary:
"The Amazon rainforest is the largest tropical rainforest in the world. It is home to millions of species of plants and animals. The forest also plays a vital role in regulating the Earth's climate. However, it is threatened by deforestation and human activities."
What is a summary?
What is meant by 'objectivity' in summary writing?
What is the difference between a summary and a paraphrase?
What is the main idea of a text?
What is the role of transition words in summary writing?
What should you do after writing a summary?
What should you do if you do not understand a part of the text you are summarizing?
Why is it important to use your own words when writing a summary?
