Paraphrasing & Avoiding Plagiarism

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What is the main difference between paraphrasing and summarizing?

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Paraphrasing is longer and more detailed, while summarizing condenses the information into a shorter form.

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How should you approach paraphrasing a sentence?

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Determine key words in the sentence and replace most of them with words that have similar meanings. Rewrite the sentence in your own words.

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What is a correct paraphrase of the sentence: 'Dragonflies have six legs, but they can’t walk'?

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Even though Dragonflies have six legs, they cannot walk at all.

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True or False: Paraphrases should maintain the original meaning of the text without using the same exact words.

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True.

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True or False: Key terms can remain the same when paraphrasing.

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True.

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What is the purpose of paraphrasing?

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To restate information in your own words while preserving the original meaning.

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What are some techniques for effective paraphrasing?

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Use synonyms, change the sentence structure, and break down complex sentences.

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Why is it important to paraphrase instead of copying text directly?

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To avoid plagiarism and demonstrate understanding of the material.

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What is plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work or ideas without proper attribution.

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How can you ensure your paraphrase is original?

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By thoroughly understanding the original text and expressing the ideas in a new way.