In 3–5 sentences, answer the following questions.

1. What information should a summary include? (Include at least three characteristics of a good summary in your response.)

2. Identify one thing that a summary should not include, and explain why.

(4 points)

Short Answer Rubric (4 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
4
The answer is very clear.

The answer is fully supported by details.

There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

3
The answer is mostly clear.

The answer is supported by mostly relevant details.

There are a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

2
The answer is somewhat clear.

Details are weak or not related.

There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

1
The answer is not clear.

There are few or no supporting details.

There are many errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

0

A summary should include the main points or key ideas of the original text, without going into too much detail. It should be concise and to the point, providing a brief overview of the content. A good summary should also be written in the writer's own words to demonstrate understanding and avoid plagiarism. One thing a summary should not include is personal opinions or interpretations, as this can detract from the objective presentation of the original text. Including personal biases or perspectives can skew the meaning of the summary and misrepresent the content.