Summary

A summary is a brief statement or account of the main points of a text.

A summary should include the main ideas or events of the text, using your own words.

Exact words from the text.

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To provide a concise overview of the main points of a text.

An effective summary captures the main ideas without unnecessary details.

A summary condenses the main ideas, while a paraphrase restates the text in different words without shortening it.

Using your own words helps ensure understanding and avoids plagiarism.

Labels show what goes into food, clothing, and other products. A simple product may have many ingredients.

Identify the main ideas and supporting details before condensing them.