Questions: Which two details are most important to include in a summary of the paragraph? excerpt from Frankenstein by Mary Shelly Six years have passed since I resolved on my present undertaking. I can, even now, remember the hour from which I dedicated myself to this great enterprise. I commenced by inuring my body to hardship. I accompanied the whale-fishers on several expeditions to the North Sea; I voluntarily endured cold, famine, thirst, and want of sleep; I often worked harder than the common sailors during the day and devoted my nights to the study of mathematics, the theory of medicine, and those branches of physical science from which a naval adventurer might derive the greatest practical advantage. Twice I actually hired myself as an under-mate in a Greenland whaler, and acquitted myself to admiration. I must own I felt a little prouc when my captain offered me the second dignity in the vessel and entreated me to remain with the greatest earnestness, so valuable did he consider my services.

Which two details are most important to include in a summary of the paragraph? excerpt from Frankenstein by Mary Shelly Six years have passed since I resolved on my present undertaking. I can, even now, remember the hour from which I dedicated myself to this great enterprise. I commenced by inuring my body to hardship. I accompanied the whale-fishers on several expeditions to the North Sea; I voluntarily endured cold, famine, thirst, and want of sleep; I often worked harder than the common sailors during the day and devoted my nights to the study of mathematics, the theory of medicine, and those branches of physical science from which a naval adventurer might derive the greatest practical advantage. Twice I actually hired myself as an under-mate in a Greenland whaler, and acquitted myself to admiration. I must own I felt a little prouc when my captain offered me the second dignity in the vessel and entreated me to remain with the greatest earnestness, so valuable did he consider my services.
Transcript text: Which two details are most important to include in a summary of the paragraph? excerpt from Frankenstein by Mary Shelly Six years have passed since I resolved on my present undertaking. I can, even now, remember the hour from which I dedicated myself to this great enterprise. I commenced by inuring my body to hardship. I accompanied the whale-fishers on several expeditions to the North Sea; I voluntarily endured cold, famine, thirst, and want of sleep; I often worked harder than the common sailors during the day and devoted my nights to the study of mathematics, the theory of medicine, and those branches of physical science from which a naval adventurer might derive the greatest practical advantage. Twice I actually hired myself as an under-mate in a Greenland whaler, and acquitted myself to admiration. I must own I felt a little prouc when my captain offered me the second dignity in the vessel and entreated me to remain with the greatest earnestness, so valuable did he consider my services.
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To summarize the given paragraph from "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley, it is important to focus on the key details that capture the essence of the character's experiences and motivations. Here are the two most important details to include in a summary:

  1. The narrator has dedicated six years to preparing for a significant undertaking, which involved enduring physical hardships and gaining practical knowledge.
  2. The narrator's dedication and hard work were recognized by others, as evidenced by the captain offering him a higher position on the vessel due to his valuable services.

These details highlight the narrator's commitment to his goals and the recognition of his efforts by others, which are central to understanding his character and motivations in the context of the story.

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