Practice Key Principles of Summarization - 3.3.1 | Module 3: Sharpening Reading Skills (Comprehension) | ICSE Grade 8 English
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3.3.1 - Key Principles of Summarization

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a main idea?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the overall message of a paragraph.

Question 2

Easy

Why is paraphrasing important in summarization?

πŸ’‘ Hint: What happens if you copy text directly?

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the main purpose of summarization?

  • To entertain
  • To provide a concise understanding of a text
  • To memorize details

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about why we summarize texts.

Question 2

A well-written summary should include:

  • Personal opinions
  • The author's key ideas
  • All details from the original text

πŸ’‘ Hint: Who should the summary primarily represent?

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Create a summary of the following text without including personal opinions: 'Climate change is a pressing issue that impacts global ecosystems. Rising temperatures contribute to the melting of polar ice caps, leading to rising sea levels and increased occurrence of extreme weather events.'

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on key elements while paraphrasing.

Question 2

Analyze the following two summaries and determine which one better adheres to the principles of summarization: Summary A: 'The research highlighted the importance of technology in education. It incorporated various methods and applications.' Summary B: 'The research delved into technology's role in education, emphasizing its necessity and providing multiple application examples.'

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider conciseness and clarity in your analysis.

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