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How To Write A Summary Practice (B1-B2) - English Writing Quiz

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7-minute daily practice: 15 How To Write A Summary exercises for Level B1-B2. Short enough to fit into a coffee break, thorough enough to make real progress. Covers the most important aspects of how to write a summary with instant feedback on every answer.

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Q1 15

Question 1: Read the following passage: 'The study examined three main causes of air pollution in cities. In summary, vehicle emissions, industrial waste, and poor urban planning all contribute significantly to declining air quality.' What writing technique is used in the second sentence?

Question 1 options
The second sentence is a summary statement. It restates the main points of the passage in a concise form without adding new information, which is the defining feature of summarising.
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Question 2: The article discussed the benefits and risks of social media for teenagers. ___ the main finding was that moderate use can be positive, but excessive screen time leads to sleep problems.

Question 2 options
'In summary' is the correct transition phrase to introduce a concise restatement of the main points discussed. 'Furthermore' adds new information, 'However' signals contrast, and 'For instance' introduces an example — none of which suit a summary sentence.
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Question 3: A good summary should include your personal opinions and new arguments that were not discussed in the original text.

Question 3 options
This is false. A summary should restate the main ideas and facts from the original text without introducing new arguments or personal opinions unless the context specifically calls for them.
Q4 15

Question 4: Which of the following is the best example of a well-written summary sentence for an article about the health benefits of walking?

Question 4 options
'To conclude, walking regularly improves heart health, reduces stress, and helps maintain a healthy weight' correctly summarises the main points concisely. The other options either add new information, express personal opinion, or are too vague to serve as an effective summary.
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Question 5: Match each summary-writing concept on the left with its correct definition on the right.

Question 5 options
Revisiting the main idea
Conciseness
Stating the facts
Maintaining flow
Presenting objective information without personal bias
Ensuring smooth transitions in the writing
Restating the key points for the reader
Keeping the summary short and focused

Select an item on the left, then tap its match on the right.

Revisiting the main idea means restating the key points. Conciseness means keeping the summary brief. Stating the facts means presenting objective information. Maintaining flow means ensuring smooth transitions throughout.
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Question 6: Which of the following summary sentences contains a transition error?

Question 6 options
'Nevertheless' signals contrast, but the sentence that follows actually reinforces the point rather than contrasting it. A correct transition such as 'Overall' or 'In conclusion' should be used when summarising supporting ideas.
Q7 15

Question 7: The essay explored three causes of deforestation: agriculture, logging, and urban expansion. ___ these three factors remain the primary drivers of forest loss worldwide.

Question 7 options
'All in all' is the best transition here because it signals a concluding summary of all points discussed. 'On the other hand' introduces contrast, 'Specifically' introduces detail, and 'Meanwhile' signals something happening at the same time — none of which suit a summary.
Q8 15

Question 8: The following summary sentence contains an error: 'To summerise, the report found that water pollution affects both wildlife and human communities in coastal regions.' Which option correctly fixes the error?

Question 8 options
The word 'summerise' is misspelled. The correct spelling is 'summarise.' The other options either keep the spelling error or introduce new errors such as changing the meaning or using incorrect punctuation.
Q9 15

Question 9: Arrange the parts of a well-structured summary paragraph in the correct order:

Question 9 options
  • Brief mention of key supporting points
  • Restatement of the main idea
  • Summary transition phrase (e.g., 'In conclusion')
  • Final closing statement

Drag items or use arrows to arrange them in the correct order.

A good summary begins with a transition phrase that signals the conclusion, then restates the main idea, follows with the key supporting points, and ends with a final closing statement that gives the reader a sense of completeness.
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Question 10: You are writing a summary for a formal academic essay about climate change. Which option is most appropriate as a closing summary sentence?

Question 10 options
'In conclusion, the evidence clearly demonstrates that human activity is the leading cause of rising global temperatures' is the most appropriate because it uses formal register, restates the main finding objectively, and uses a proper summary transition. The other options are too informal, opinionated, or introduce new information.
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Question 11: What is the difference between a summary and a paraphrase?

Question 11 options
A summary condenses the main points of an entire text into a shorter form, while a paraphrase restates a specific passage in different words at roughly the same length. They serve different purposes in writing.
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Question 12: You need to write a summary for a school report. Which version uses the most appropriate register?

Question 12 options
'To summarise, the findings indicate that recycling programmes significantly reduce landfill waste in urban areas' uses formal, objective language appropriate for a school report. The other options are either too casual, too emotional, or include slang that is inappropriate for academic writing.
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Question 13: A summary should always be shorter than the original text because its purpose is to condense the main ideas, not to rewrite every detail.

Question 13 options
This is true. The purpose of a summary is to present the key points in a condensed form. A summary that is as long as or longer than the original text fails to achieve its fundamental goal of conciseness.
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Question 14: Read this summary: 'Overall, the study showed that students who sleep eight hours perform better on exams.' Why does the writer use the transition word 'overall' at the beginning?

Question 14 options
The word 'overall' signals that the writer is presenting a general conclusion drawn from the information discussed. It tells the reader that this is a summary of the findings, not a new point or a contrasting argument.
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Question 15: Choose the best improved version of this weak summary: 'The article talked about stuff related to food. It said some things about eating healthy. There were points about vitamins.'

Question 15 options
'In summary, the article highlighted the importance of a balanced diet, focusing on the role of vitamins in maintaining overall health' is the best improvement because it is concise, specific, flows smoothly, and uses appropriate summary language. The other options remain vague, introduce new information, or are still poorly written.

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