pull out main ideas
focus on key details
use key words and phrases
break down the larger ideas
write only enough to convey the gist
take succinct but complete notes
-First step:
Get a "Sum It Up" sheet.
Read the selection and underline
the key words and main ideas.
Write these in the blank area
below
At the bottom of this sheet,
write a one-sentence summary
of the article, using as many
main idea words as you can.
-Second step:
Imagine you only have NTD20.
Each word you use will cost you 1 dollar.
See if you can“sum it up” in 20 words!
Finally, you'll "sum it up" in 20 words!
