Paraphrasing/Plagiarism

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What should you do while reading a text that you’re going to paraphrase later?

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Look up unfamiliar words in the dictionary.

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What is the purpose of using quotation marks when copying a sentence?

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To indicate that the sentence is taken verbatim from a source and to give proper credit.

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What is a paraphrase?

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A restatement of the information in a text using different words.

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What does it mean to plagiarize?

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To steal the words or ideas from another person without giving them credit.

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What is an example of plagiarism?

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Presenting someone else’s ideas as your own.

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Why is it important to cite sources?

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To give credit to the original authors and avoid plagiarism.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and summarizing?

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Paraphrasing involves restating specific information in your own words, while summarizing involves condensing the main ideas of a text.

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What are some common forms of plagiarism?

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Direct copying, paraphrasing without citation, and self-plagiarism.

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How can you avoid plagiarism when using someone else's ideas?

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By properly citing the source and using quotation marks for direct quotes.

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What is the significance of understanding paraphrasing in academic writing?

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It allows you to incorporate others' ideas while maintaining your own voice and avoiding plagiarism.