Flocabulary Paraphrasing

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What is a paraphrase?

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A restatement of the information in a text.

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What should a paraphrase include?

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The main idea and the supporting details.

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True or False: You can paraphrase a text just by swapping out a couple of words.

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False.

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What does a successful paraphrase do?

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Uses different wording from the original text, but includes the same information.

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When paraphrasing, what should you do with the order of the words?

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Change the order of the words.

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Why is paraphrasing important?

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It helps you understand and communicate information in your own words.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and summarizing?

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Paraphrasing restates the information in detail, while summarizing gives a brief overview.

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Can you use synonyms when paraphrasing?

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Yes, using synonyms is a part of paraphrasing.

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What is the goal of paraphrasing?

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To express the same ideas in a new way.

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What should you avoid when paraphrasing?

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Copying the original text word for word.