Summary Writing 4 types of writing a summary; 1. Lifting 2. Single word substitution 3. Reorganizing 4.

Rephrasing

What are the differences? from the text We were enjoying a fine barbecue by the seaside with fish that we had caught from the sea. [18 words] 1. Lifting; y We were enjoying a fine barbecue by the seaside with fish that we had caught from the sea. [18 words. No change. Taken from the text] 2. Single word substitution; y We had a barbecue by the shore with the fish we caught at sea. [14 words. Change one word only. Shortened the sentence but not much difference] 3. Reorganizing; y With the fish we caught at sea, we had a barbecue by the seaside. [14 words. Change the order of the sentence but still not short] 4. Rephrasing; y By the shore, we barbecued the fish we caught at sea. [11 words. Complex sentence.] However, if you can only do SW or RO, use logical connectors like besides, moreover, however, in addition. TASK Wait for the music. Once the music started take out the strips of paper in the envelope and rearrange the strips to make a summary for the text given. Once arranged, write the letter; [L] for lifting, [SW] for single word order, [RO] for reorganizing and [RP] for rephrasing. The first group completed the task will have to quickly go in front, touch the fire engines button and read their summary aloud. If their answer is wrong, the next group will have the chance to read aloud. The winning group will receive a small prize.

Andrew visited Malaysia and he was impressed with Malaysia because he was greeted with a warm smile by the taxi driver.

The driver suggested some tourist attractions that he should visit.

When Andrew was in Langkawi, he admired their sociability and warmth.

Besides, he was awed by the tolerance and understanding shown by the people of different races and religions.

Andrew visited Malaysia and he was impressed with Malaysia because he was greeted with a warm smile by the taxi driver.

The driver suggested some tourist attractions that he should visit.

When Andrew was in Langkawi, he admired their sociability and warmth.

Besides, he was awed by the tolerance and understanding shown by the people of different races and religions.

Andrew visited Malaysia and he was impressed with Malaysia because he was greeted with a warm smile by the taxi driver.

The driver suggested some tourist attractions that he should visit.

When Andrew was in Langkawi, he admired their sociability and warmth.

Besides, he was awed by the tolerance and understanding shown by the people of different races and religions.

Collecting coins is not only interesting but also beneficial because it can calm us.

The appearance, value, landmarks and symbols on the coins can enhance knowledge on the countries background.

Apart as a hobby, important figures of the countries can be learnt.

We can retrieve friends and boost family bond.

During hard times, the coins can be traded because atypical coins are valuable.

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