Question

Put the steps below in the correct order to show how to summarize an essay.

A) Reread text and notes.
B) Write the main idea of each paragraph.
C) Compile the paragraph summaries.
D) Rewrite the summary in as few words as possible.
E) Delete any information that is repeated.

Please arrange the steps in the correct order from first (1) to last (5).

Answer 1

The correct order to summarize an essay is: 1) Reread text and notes. 2) Write the main idea of each paragraph. 3) Compile the paragraph summaries. 4) Delete any repeated information. 5) Rewrite the summary in as few words as possible.

Step-by-step explanation:

1. Reread text and notes.
2. Write the main idea of each paragraph.
3. Compile the paragraph summaries.
4. Delete any information that is repeated.
5. Rewrite the summary in as few words as possible.