Paraphrasing

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What is paraphrasing?

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Paraphrasing is the process of rewording or rephrasing a text while maintaining its original meaning.

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True or False: Paraphrasing requires finding a synonym for every word in the original text.

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False

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True or False: It is acceptable to include your own ideas when paraphrasing.

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False

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What is the main purpose of paraphrasing?

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The main purpose of paraphrasing is to express the same ideas in a new way, making the text clearer or more accessible.

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True or False: A paraphrase should be about the same length as the original text.

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True

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and summarizing?

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Paraphrasing involves rewording a specific section of text, while summarizing condenses the main ideas into a shorter form.

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True or False: When paraphrasing, you can change the sentence structure of the original text.

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True

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What is a quote?

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A quote is a direct repetition of someone else's words, typically enclosed in quotation marks.

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True or False: Paraphrasing is a way to avoid plagiarism.

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True

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What should you avoid when paraphrasing?

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You should avoid copying the original text verbatim and including your own ideas.