Paraphrasing & Avoiding Plagiarism

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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 it important to cite paraphrased information?

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It is important to cite paraphrased information to give credit to the original author and avoid plagiarism.

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What does plagiarism mean?

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Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work, ideas, or expressions without proper acknowledgment, presenting them as your own.

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What is an acceptable paraphrase?

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An acceptable paraphrase accurately conveys the original idea in a new way without copying the original wording.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and summarizing?

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

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What should you do if you use a paraphrase from a source?

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You should always cite the source, including the author's last name and page number.

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What is a key characteristic of a good paraphrase?

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A good paraphrase should maintain the original meaning while using different words and sentence structures.

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Can you paraphrase a single sentence?

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Yes, you can paraphrase a single sentence by rewording it while keeping its meaning intact.

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What is the purpose of paraphrasing in academic writing?

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The purpose of paraphrasing in academic writing is to demonstrate understanding of the source material and to integrate it into your own work.

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What is a common mistake when paraphrasing?

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A common mistake is to change only a few words while keeping the original structure, which can still be considered plagiarism.