1. What is the first step in summarizing a text? a) Copying the text b) Identifying the main idea c) Highlighting every sentence d) Writing long descriptions

The correct answer is b) Identifying the main idea.The first step in summarizing a text is to identify the main idea or the central theme of the text. This involves understanding the overall message or purpose of the text and determining the most important information that needs to be included in the summary. By identifying the main idea, you can then focus on the key points and supporting details that are most relevant to the main idea, and exclude any unnecessary or less important information. This helps to create a concise and coherent summary that captures the essence of the original text.