Paraphrasing Texts
Unknown Grade•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can paraphrase a text by rewriting it in my own words while keeping the original meaning.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 5 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. In your own words, explain what paraphrasing is and why it is important in academic writing.
2. Describe the five steps to paraphrasing as outlined in the video. Why is it necessary to compare your paraphrase with the original text?
3. Choose a short passage from a book or article you enjoy and paraphrase it using the steps discussed in the video. Be sure to maintain the original meaning.
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Educational Video
How to Paraphrase in 5 Easy Steps | Scribbr 🎓
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