Question

which correctly describes a retelling?

an explanation written in ones own words that provides all of the details and information in a text
a written response that provides a personal opinion related to the central idea of a text
a short statement written in ones own words that provides the key points or central idea of a text
a formal report that provides scientific facts and data to support the ideas in a text

Explanation:

Analyze the definition of a retelling

A retelling is a detailed account of a text written in one's own words that includes all the key events, details, and information from the original source, rather than just a condensed summary of the main ideas.

Evaluate the given options

• Option 1 describes a retelling because it mentions writing in one's own words and providing all of the details and information.
• Option 2 describes a personal opinion, which is not a retelling.
• Option 3 describes a summary (focusing only on key points or the central idea), which is shorter and less detailed than a retelling.
• Option 4 describes a formal scientific report, which is unrelated to a general retelling.

Answer:

• (A) an explanation written in one's own words that provides all of the details and information in a text (Correct answer)
• (B) a written response that provides a personal opinion related to the central idea of a text
• (C) a short statement written in one's own words that provides the key points or central idea of a text
• (D) a formal report that provides scientific facts and data to support the ideas in a text