3. Summarizing a Text

3.4. Common Mistakes to Avoid

  1. Including Irrelevant Details: Avoid including minor examples or anecdotes.
  2. Copying the Text: Do not plagiarize by copying sentences directly from the original text.
  3. Writing Too Much: A summary should be concise and not repeat the original text in detail.
  4. Leaving Out Key Points: Ensure that the most important ideas are included.