What is the first step in summarizing a plot? a. restating central ideas and key details b. eliminating minor or unimportant details c. connecting ideas with logical transitions d. identifying important words and phrases

 The correct answer is:  d. identifying important words and phrases

Explanation:   First you must identify words, phrases, details or important ideas; the least important or secondary must be eliminated. The purpose of a summary is to tell important details of a story. A good summary should include: title and author, type of story, setting, main characters, conflict, important events in the plot, conclusion.