Topic Two (3.2): Summaries and Paraphrases

Introduction Icon.png Introduction

This topic will help you develop your skills in using your own words to explain your ideas. It is important to be able to synthesise your knowledge and present it in an original way. You will consider the differences between summarising and paraphrasing, whilst broadening your knowledge of street art and people’s reactions to it.

Read & Make Notes Icon.png Read and Make Notes

Read and make notes on pages 73 to 78 of the textbook, up to ‘Using expository skills in an argument’.

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Complete the activities in the textbook.

Research Icon.png Wider Reading and Research

  • Read the following article about Banksy and summarise the main points:

READ – Article About Banksy (ArtReview)

  • Explore your local area and answer the following questions:
    • Is there any street art?
    • What is your opinion of it?
    • What is the opinion of the community?

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Write what you have learnt in your reflective diary.