Summary Should Be Close To 100 Words Covering Main Ideas

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Summarize the main ideas of a given text in approximately 100 words, focusing on main ideas rather than details. Avoid personal opinions, aim for accuracy, objectivity, and conciseness. Introduce the author and the title of the text in the first sentence. Use MLA format for any brief quotes with parenthetical citations. Include a Works Cited list. Following the summary, respond to the text using notes and annotations, sharing ideas, connections, and personal reflections. The combined response should be about two double-spaced pages, carefully considering what to include without filler. Proofread thoroughly and clearly mark each section.

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The task involves creating a two-part academic response: a concise summary of a given text and a personal response. The summary must be approximately 100 words, encapsulating the main ideas without elaboration on details or personal opinions. Proper citation in MLA style is essential, and the author and title should be introduced in the first sentence. This ensures clarity and proper attribution. The second part requires the writer to reflect personally on the text, using notes and annotations to articulate thoughts, connections, or relevant stories that relate to the material. This response should be roughly two double-spaced pages, emphasizing meaningful content rather than length, and should be carefully proofread. Clear formatting with labeled sections enhances readability. The process fosters critical reading and personal engagement with the text, encouraging precise, thoughtful writing.

References

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