Paraphrase Practice 1

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What is paraphrasing?

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Paraphrasing means to write something in new words but keep the meaning the same.

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What is the best paraphrase of 'Deserts cover one fifth of the surface of the Earth'?

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One fifth of the Earth's surface is desert.

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Which sentence best identifies Carmen’s central conflict?

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Which sentence shows Carmen's main problem?

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What is a key characteristic of teens who play M-rated games?

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Teens who play violent video games are more likely to engage in destructive behavior.

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What is one technique to write a good paraphrase?

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Use synonyms for some of the words.

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What does it mean to copy something word for word?

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It means to reproduce the exact text without any changes.

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Why is paraphrasing important in writing?

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Paraphrasing helps to convey information in a new way while maintaining the original meaning.

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What is an example of a poor paraphrase?

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Deserts cover a lot of area.

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How can you identify the main problem in a text?

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Look for sentences that highlight the central conflict or issue faced by a character.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and summarizing?

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