Research Skills: Paraphrasing Techniques

What does the term 'para' mean in the context of paraphrasing?

• Above

• Beside or to the side of

• Below

• Within

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How is paraphrasing different from summarizing?

• Paraphrasing is a direct copy of the original text

• Paraphrasing is shorter than summarizing

• Paraphrasing uses the same words as the original text

• Paraphrasing involves rewriting in your own words while maintaining the original meaning

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What should you do if you do not understand the material after reading it twice?

• Skip the difficult sections

• Read certain sections again or ask your teacher for clarification

• Paraphrase without understanding

• Write a summary instead

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

What is the first step in paraphrasing a quotation?

• Rewrite the text in a different language

• Summarize the main idea

• Introduce the name of the source

• Change the words to synonyms

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

In the example, what does Pythagoras claim about the world?

• It is the center of the universe

• It is infinite

• It depends on the interaction of opposites

• It is flat

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the main theme of Pythagoras' original statement?

• Harmony

• Opposition

• Unity

• Chaos

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What should you do after paraphrasing to ensure accuracy?

• Shorten the text further

• Check to ensure the original meaning is maintained

• Translate it to another language

• Add more details

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does paraphrasing help in note-taking?

• It eliminates the need for notes

• It condenses lengthy passages into familiar language

• It makes notes more complex

• It makes notes longer

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Why is involvement with ideas important in paraphrasing?

• It allows for more creative writing

• It leads to greater success when recalling material later

• It makes the text shorter

• It makes the text more interesting

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is a key benefit of paraphrasing when preparing for tests and exams?

• It makes the material more difficult

• It reduces the amount of study time

• It allows for better understanding and recall of material

• It helps in memorizing exact words

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2