I still don't understand the difference between the plot and summary. Let me see if I am right.
If a project said to write about the plot could you put it in bullet format and name off major events in order. And if it asked to write the summary of the book would I write like a paragraph about the story in my own words?
Summary is when you condense the story and include the main points and the plot is like what is going to happen. Like if it is a murder mystery, that plat would be to murder a man possibly.
Yes, I usually expected students to write a plot in outline form. A bulleted list would work well, too. Just make sure you don't skip any parts. A plot consists of
1. Setting -- where, when, intro of characters
2. Main action -- first main act of the main character that sets up the "problem" that needs to be solved
3. Main conflict -- first main reaction to the main action -- this makes sure the problem is clearly understood and that we know for sure what needs to be resolved.
4. Rising action -- continuation of actions and reactions, building suspense as the problem becomes worse (usually)
5. Climax -- an action that solves the problem; this does not drag out over time. It usually occurs in a matter of minutes (or maybe a few hours, at most)
6. Conclusion -- the ending of the story
A summary is usually written in paragraphs; it usually "hits the high points" without much attention to the details.
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You're on the right track! The plot and summary serve different purposes when it comes to writing about a story.
The plot refers to the sequence of events that occur in a story, while the summary is a condensed version of the story's main points.
When writing about the plot, it's common to use bullet points or outline format. This helps to organize the major events in the correct order. Start with the setting and introduction of characters, then outline the main action, conflict, rising action, climax, and conclusion. Bulleted lists work well to ensure you don't skip any important parts and provide a clear sequence of events.
On the other hand, when writing a summary, you need to condense the story into a paragraph or several paragraphs, depending on the length of the story. The summary should capture the main points of the story, including the central conflict, significant events, and the resolution. It's important to use your own words and focus on the essential elements of the story without going into too much detail.
Remember, the plot is about the sequence of events, whereas the summary is a brief overview of the story.