Paraphrasing, not Parrot-Phrasing

Paraphrasing is the act of:

• Copying text verbatim

• Rewriting text in your own words

• Summarizing text

• Quoting text directly

How is it different to quoting directly?

• It uses indirect speech.

• It changes the meaning.

• It is a form of plagiarism.

• It is more formal.

What is the difference between paraphrasing and summarising?

• Paraphrasing involves rewriting text in your own words, while summarising involves condensing the main points.

• Paraphrasing involves condensing the main points, while summarising involves rewriting text in your own words.

• Both paraphrasing and summarising involve rewriting text in your own words.

• Both paraphrasing and summarising involve condensing the main points.

When would you paraphrase?

• To clarify meaning

• To change the topic

• To add more information

• To confuse the reader

When would you quote?

• When you need to provide a price estimate

• When you are writing a research paper

• When you are telling a story

• When you are making a phone call

When would you summarise?

• To provide a detailed explanation

• To give a brief overview

• To confuse the reader

• To add more information

What effect does alternating between them have?

• It enhances the overall performance.

• It causes confusion and reduces efficiency.

• It has no significant effect.

• It improves focus and concentration.

What is the definition of Quoting?

• The act of repeating someone else's statement or thoughts.

• The process of creating a new idea or concept.

• The method of calculating financial risks.

• The technique of writing a novel.

Paraphrasing is the act of:

• Copying text verbatim

• Summarizing text

• Rewriting text in your own words

• Quoting text directly

What is the definition of Summarizing?

• A detailed explanation of a topic

• A brief statement of the main points

• An unrelated description

• A fictional story