What is paraphrasing?
Paraphrasing

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6th - 8th Grade
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Paraphrasing is the act of restating information in your own words while maintaining the original meaning.
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Why is paraphrasing important?
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Paraphrasing helps to demonstrate understanding, avoid plagiarism, and communicate ideas clearly.
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What is the difference between summarizing and paraphrasing?
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Summarizing involves condensing the main ideas of a text, while paraphrasing involves rewording specific information without changing its meaning.
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What does it mean to paraphrase a sentence?
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To paraphrase a sentence means to express the same idea using different words and structure.
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What is a key characteristic of a good paraphrase?
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A good paraphrase accurately reflects the original meaning and is written in the writer's own voice.
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How can you identify a paraphrase?
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A paraphrase can be identified by its unique wording and structure, while still conveying the same message as the original text.
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What is an example of a paraphrase?
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Original: 'The cat sat on the mat.' Paraphrase: 'The feline rested on the rug.'
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