epitome (ә-pit′-ә-mē) n. [Greek from epitemnein, to cut short]

A typical or ideal example
A summary of a written work
Which sentence correctly uses the word epitome?

These two books epitome everything you need to know about American history.

Ahmad is an epitome student; he studies hard and always comes to class prepared.

Keisha always lends a hand when it’s needed; she is the epitome of helpfulness.

Emilio, who went to cooking school, always prepares epitome meals.