Paraphrasing and Summarizing

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What does it mean to paraphrase?

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To express someone else’s ideas in our own words.

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What are the characteristics of a good paraphrase?

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A good paraphrase must be correct, use your own words, and make sense.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and quoting?

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Paraphrasing involves rewording someone else's ideas, while quoting involves using their exact words.

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What is summarizing?

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Summarizing is providing a brief overview of the main ideas of a text.

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What is an example of a good paraphrase?

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"Television became popular in the 1950's, but the first televisions were used thirty years earlier."

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What is an example of a summary?

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"Life in Sauri has recently improved. The hospital offers electricity and plumbing, and free medicine and mosquito nets help prevent common diseases and malaria."

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Why is it important to paraphrase?

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Paraphrasing helps to demonstrate understanding of the material and avoids plagiarism.

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What should you avoid when paraphrasing?

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Avoid using the same structure and wording as the original text.

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What is the purpose of summarizing?

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The purpose of summarizing is to condense information and highlight the main points.

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How can you ensure your paraphrase is effective?

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Make sure it retains the original meaning, uses your own words, and is clear and concise.