Paraphrasing, Summarizing, and Quoting Flashcard

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What is paraphrasing?

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Restating a small segment of the text in your own words.

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What is summarizing?

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Capturing the 'big picture' of a text.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and summarizing?

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Paraphrasing is restating a small segment of the text in your own words, while summarizing is putting the main idea(s) of a text into your own words.

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What is the purpose of using quotation marks when citing a source?

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To indicate that the words are taken directly from the source.

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a reliable source?

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The source contains many grammatical errors.

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What are the key elements of effective paraphrasing?

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Understanding the original text, using different words and sentence structures, and maintaining the original meaning.

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Why is summarizing important in academic writing?

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It helps to condense information and highlight the main ideas, making it easier to understand and communicate.

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What are some common mistakes to avoid when paraphrasing?

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Copying the original text too closely, failing to change the structure, and not fully understanding the original meaning.

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How can you determine if a source is reliable?

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Check the author's credentials, the publication date, the publisher's reputation, and the presence of citations.

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What is the role of citations in academic writing?

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Citations give credit to original sources, allow readers to locate the sources, and enhance the credibility of the work.