Part 1. Definition
Given a text, write a compressed version of it in a single sentence.
Part 2. Example
Except for this small vocal minority, we have just not gotten a lot of groundswell against this from members, " says APA president Philip G. Zimbardo of Stanford University.
Answer: "Except for this small vocal minority, we have not gotten a lot of groundswell against this," says APA president Zimbardo.
Explanation: Both texts convey the same meaning that they have not gotten much groundswell against this except for small minority.
Part 3. Exercise
For a fine view of the surrounding countryside, Tuscany at its most poetic, climb up to the ruins of the Rocca citadel, the highest point in town and a good picnic spot.
Answer:
For a fine view of the surrounding countryside, climb up to the ruins of the Rocca citadel, the highest point in town.