Andrea Vergara
Ms. Lehmann
Quilt of a Country Summary
Anna Quindlen's article "A Quilt of a Country" details her opinions about America. Quindlen begins by saying that America is based on the idea that we are all equal. Even though we've failed so many times at equality, Quindlen still thinks we are a success. when other countries disagree, Quindlen says, they split apart, but we haven't. Quindlen points out that fear has brought the USA together repeatedly. She explains that Americans believe the U.S is unique and we want to make sure it's not destroyed. Even though we're all different, Quindlen argues that Americans all love a challenge and are all immigrants. Patriotism, for Quindlen means being proud that we are united despite our differences.
Summary Reflection
Please answer all questions in complete, grammatically correct sentences.
Ms. Lehmann
Quilt of a Country Summary
Anna Quindlen's article "A Quilt of a Country" details her opinions about America. Quindlen begins by saying that America is based on the idea that we are all equal. Even though we've failed so many times at equality, Quindlen still thinks we are a success. when other countries disagree, Quindlen says, they split apart, but we haven't. Quindlen points out that fear has brought the USA together repeatedly. She explains that Americans believe the U.S is unique and we want to make sure it's not destroyed. Even though we're all different, Quindlen argues that Americans all love a challenge and are all immigrants. Patriotism, for Quindlen means being proud that we are united despite our differences.
Summary Reflection
Please answer all questions in complete, grammatically correct sentences.
- Explain the process you went through to write this summary. Please be specific.
- What qualifies this paper as a summary? What are the requirements for this genre and how did you meet them?
- What piece of advice would you give someone writing a summary for the first time? Why?
When writing a summary you need to think a lot and be open minded, and there will be so much to write for the summary.