Paraphrasing

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What is paraphrasing?

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Paraphrasing is the act of rewording or rephrasing text while maintaining the original meaning.

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Why is paraphrasing important?

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Paraphrasing is important because it helps to clarify information, avoid plagiarism, and demonstrate understanding of the material.

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What does it mean to change the structure of a sentence when paraphrasing?

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Changing the structure of a sentence means altering the order of words or phrases to create a new version of the original sentence while keeping the meaning intact.

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What is an example of a paraphrasing technique?

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An example of a paraphrasing technique is using synonyms to replace words in the original text.

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What is NOT a paraphrasing technique?

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Writing down the words exactly as you see them is NOT a paraphrasing technique.

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What is the best way to paraphrase a sentence?

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The best way to paraphrase a sentence is to read it, understand its meaning, and then write it in your own words.

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What does it mean to combine sentences when paraphrasing?

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Combining sentences means merging two or more sentences into one while preserving the original meaning.

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What is an example of a poor paraphrase?

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An example of a poor paraphrase is simply changing a few words in the original text without altering the structure or meaning.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and summarizing?

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Paraphrasing involves rewording a specific passage, while summarizing involves condensing the main ideas of a larger text.