Citing, Paraphrasing, and Direct Quotes

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What is paraphrasing?

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Paraphrasing is the act of rewording or restating text in your own words while maintaining the original meaning.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and summarizing?

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Paraphrasing involves rewording specific text, while summarizing involves condensing the main ideas of a larger section of text.

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What is a direct quote?

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A direct quote is the exact wording taken from a source, enclosed in quotation marks.

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When should you use direct quotes?

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Direct quotes should be used when the original wording is particularly powerful, precise, or when the author's authority is important.

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What is an in-text citation?

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An in-text citation is a reference within the text that gives credit to the original source of information.

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What information is typically included in an in-text citation?

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An in-text citation usually includes the author's last name and the page number from which the information was taken.

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How do you properly format a direct quote?

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A direct quote should be enclosed in quotation marks and followed by an in-text citation.

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What is the purpose of citing sources?

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Citing sources gives credit to the original authors, helps avoid plagiarism, and allows readers to locate the original material.

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What is the correct way to paraphrase?

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To paraphrase correctly, you should read the original text, understand its meaning, and then write it in your own words without changing the original meaning.

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What is the significance of using the author's last name in citations?

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Using the author's last name in citations helps identify the source of the information and gives credit to the original author.