Summary

Before you write a summary you must read the text carefully. Then write a single paragraph, omitting any unnecessary details. Do not give your personal opinion.

TIPS FOR SUMMARIZING

• Shorten the text in such a way that all facts are in the summary. Leave out examples, and interpretations.
• Make notes. Use keywords. You must have understood the whole text.
• Form sentences with the help of your keywords. These sentences should reflect the main content of the text.
• Connect the sentences using suitable conjunctions. The first sentence should describe the main content of the text.
• Do not give your personal opinion.
• Use simple present or simple past. Use reported speech.
• Check your summary. Watch out for spelling mistakes.