Paraphrasing

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What does it mean to paraphrase?

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To express someone else's ideas in your own words.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What is a key principle to remember when paraphrasing?

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You should not just swap a few words; the structure of the passage may need to be changed.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What is an appropriate paraphrase for: 'Humans take away animals' homes and their food by farming, when they cut down trees for wood, and when they look for oil.'?

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Cutting down trees & looking for oil damage animals' homes & take away their food.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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How does changing weather affect animals according to paraphrased content?

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When the weather changes, animals can't find water and food easily.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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What is an appropriate paraphrase for: 'Every year, thousands of tourists visit Niagara Falls.'?

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Niagara Falls is visited by thousands of people each year.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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Why is it important to paraphrase information?

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Paraphrasing helps to clarify and simplify complex ideas, making them easier to understand.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and summarizing?

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Paraphrasing involves rewording specific ideas in detail, while summarizing involves condensing the main ideas into a shorter form.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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What should you avoid when paraphrasing a text?

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Avoid copying phrases or sentences verbatim without proper citation.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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What is a common misconception about paraphrasing?

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Many believe that paraphrasing only requires changing a few words, but it often requires a complete rephrasing of the ideas.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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How can paraphrasing improve writing skills?

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It encourages deeper understanding of the material and enhances vocabulary and sentence structure.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2