paraphrasing flashcard

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What is paraphrasing?

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Paraphrasing is the act of rewording or rephrasing a text or passage while retaining its original meaning.

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Why is paraphrasing important?

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Paraphrasing is important because it helps to demonstrate understanding of the material, avoid plagiarism, and communicate ideas in a clearer way.

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What is a key strategy for effective paraphrasing?

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A key strategy for effective paraphrasing is to read the original text carefully, understand its meaning, and then write it in your own words without looking at the original.

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What does it mean to put something into your own words?

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Putting something into your own words means expressing the same idea or information using different vocabulary and sentence structure.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and summarizing?

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Paraphrasing involves rewording a specific passage in detail, while summarizing involves condensing the main ideas of a larger text into a shorter form.

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What is an example of a paraphrase for 'The cat sat on the mat'?

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An example of a paraphrase is 'The feline rested on the rug.'

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What should you avoid when paraphrasing?

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When paraphrasing, you should avoid copying the original text too closely and using the same phrases or sentence structure.

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How can you check if your paraphrase is accurate?

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You can check if your paraphrase is accurate by comparing it to the original text to ensure it conveys the same meaning without using the same words.

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What is a common mistake in paraphrasing?

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A common mistake in paraphrasing is changing only a few words while keeping the original structure, which can lead to unintentional plagiarism.

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What is the role of synonyms in paraphrasing?

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Synonyms play a crucial role in paraphrasing as they allow you to replace words from the original text with different words that have the same or similar meanings.