Question

Which phrase best defines “summary”?

A.) a brief statement of the main ideas of a text.
B.) a source excerpt in your own words.
C.) a word-for-word excerpt from a text.
D.) a sentence written on an index card.

Answer 1

A). A brief statement of the main ideas of a text.

Step-by-step explanation:

A summary is a concise abstract presenting the most relevant elements and main ideas in a long text, excluding specific details and information as it is a timesaving technique.

On the other hand, paraphrasing is a summary using your own words to convey personal interpretation and understanding.

Answer 2

The correct answer is A. A brief statement of the main ideas of a text

Summaries are used to present briefly what a text is about, whether to make you interested in a text if you're reading it first, or to summarize and prove a point.