Writing a Summary (Grade 10 NSC Matric English HL): Flashcards
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Definition of a summary
Definition of a summary
Condensed version of text with only essential info
Number of points required
Number of points required
Exactly seven distinct ideas
Typical word limit
Typical word limit
80 to 90 words
Using own words vs copying
Using own words vs copying
Must use own language; avoid copying phrases
Objectivity in summaries
Objectivity in summaries
Present facts without adding personal opinions
What to exclude from summary
What to exclude from summary
Examples, statistics, background info, anecdotes, opinions
Two-stage reading approach
Two-stage reading approach
First: overview; Second: highlight key ideas relevant to Q
Time allocation for summary
Time allocation for summary
15 to 20 minutes total
How to show word count
How to show word count
Write number in brackets at end, e.g. (87 words)
Max consecutive words to copy
Max consecutive words to copy
No more than 2-3 consecutive words from text