Summary Definitions
What does it mean to "summarize" something?
To tell, in your own words, the most important parts of a text.
What is a theme?
The message or lesson of a story.
Taller
This dog is the ________ one. (short)
Shortest
What is the [Someone] in a summary?
The main character.
What is a "main idea"?
What the text is mostly about.
What is the theme of "The Fox and the Crow"?
Ignore flattery, or you may end up losing what you already have.
This flower is _______ than that one. (pretty)
prettier
This is the __________ love story I've ever heard! (sappy)
Sappiest
What does "wants" refer to in a summary?
The character's goal.
What is meant by "key details"?
Key details support the main idea of the story.
What is the theme of "The Woodsman's Ax"?
Honesty is the best policy.
They are _______ than we are. (happy)
happier
This pear is the ______ one I've ever tasted. (good)
Best
What does "but" refer to"
The conflict in the story.
When you write a summary, it must be written in the correct sequence of events. What does sequence mean?
The order the events take place.
What is the theme of the folk tale about Hare, Elephant, and Hippo?
Work smart, not hard.
This tastes ________ than that. (good)
Better
These roses are the _________ flowers anywhere. (beautiful)
most beautiful
How the conflict is resolved.
What is the theme of "The World According to Humphrey"?
Playing and talking with your family is better than watching TV.
This lake is even ___________ than our lake back home. (wonderful)
More wonderful
This ride is the _________ in the whole park! (fun)
Most fun
What does "in the end" mean?
The conclusion, or the rest of the story.