Importance of Paraphrasing in Research Papers
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Why is paraphrasing important in academic essays?

  • To confuse the reader with different wording
  • To demonstrate understanding of the source material (correct)
  • To show that you can copy and paste accurately
  • To save time when writing a research paper
  • What should you pay attention to when re-reading the text for paraphrasing?

  • Concluding remarks at the end
  • Last sentences in paragraphs
  • Middle sentences in paragraphs
  • Key words and first sentences in paragraphs (correct)
  • What should you do if you encounter words you don't understand when paraphrasing?

  • Consult a dictionary to look up the meanings (correct)
  • Ignore the words and continue paraphrasing
  • Skip that part of the text
  • Replace the words with synonyms without checking
  • What should you do after writing down your summary during paraphrasing?

    <p>Check the original text to ensure main points are included</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to cover the text and summarize from memory only during paraphrasing?

    <p>To avoid any accidental copying</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should you record all source and author details during paraphrasing?

    <p>To know where the information came from for future reference</p> Signup and view all the answers

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