Paraphrase, Summarize, and Quote

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What is quoting?

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To rewrite an idea word for word how it appears.

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What does paraphrasing mean?

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Putting information into your own words.

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What is a quote?

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Using an author's exact words.

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What is a summary?

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To retell the main idea of a text in your own words.

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What must you use when quoting from a text?

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Quotation marks.

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Who must you credit when quoting from a text?

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The author.

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What is the difference between quoting and paraphrasing?

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Quoting is using exact words; paraphrasing is putting ideas into your own words.

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When should you use a summary?

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To provide a brief overview of a text's main ideas.

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What is the purpose of paraphrasing?

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To demonstrate understanding of the original text.

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Can you paraphrase a quote?

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No, a quote must be the exact words of the author.