Summarization
English Language
Summarization starts at 5 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe how summarization can be used in note-taking.
Describe how summarization can be used to prepare for exams.
Describe how summarization can help improve academic performance.
Describe one method for checking the accuracy of your summary.
Explain the difference between summarizing and paraphrasing.
Explain the role of summarization in research.
Explain why it is important to avoid plagiarism when summarizing.
Explain why it is important to use your own words when summarizing a text.
Explain why summarization is important in academic writing.
List three strategies you can use to identify the main ideas in a passage.
Read the following passage: 'Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to make food from carbon dioxide and water. This process is essential for life on Earth.' Write a summary in one sentence.
Read the following passage: 'The invention of the printing press revolutionized the spread of information. Books became more accessible, leading to increased literacy rates and the rapid dissemination of new ideas.' Write a one-sentence summary of the passage.
Read the following text: 'Global warming is caused by the increase of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. This leads to rising temperatures, melting ice caps, and extreme weather events.' Write a summary in one sentence.
What is the main purpose of summarization in English language studies?
