Paraphrasing
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English
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3rd - 12th Grade
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Elina P
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Paraphrasing
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Poll
What is paraphrasing?
saying sth but meaning sth else
saying the same thing with different words
saying that sth is real when you know you are lying
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Paraphrasing
is expressing something someone else has said/written in your own words
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"Willy Wonka was famous for his delicious candy. Children and adults loved to eat it."
Willy Wonka was well known throughout the world because people enjoyed eating the tasty candy he made.
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How To Paraphrase?
UNDERSTAND THE SENTENCE
Use synonyms eg He was famous--> He was well known
Change the structure eg I love going shopping--> Shopping is my favorite activity
Break the information into more sentences eg Swimming is the perfect sport to both have a great time and to stay fit. --> Swimming is a very fun sport to play because [...]. Also it helps you stay healthy.
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Why is paraphrasing important
When you are given a writing task you shouldn't repeat it in your writing exactly as it is.
eg Many people believe that technology shouldn't be used in schools. Write an article stating your opinion. ---> Student's writing: Many people believe that technology shouldn't be used in schools....
Also when given a letter/email to answer or another text to use information from you should be careful not to use the exact same language
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Multiple Choice
It is important for everyone to learn to cook.
It is important for everyone to learn to cook.
Everyone must know how to cook pasta.
There is a need for everyone to be able to cook.
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Multiple Choice
Students shouldn't have to wear uniforms at school.
Students mustn't wear uniforms.
School uniforms shouldn't be compulsory (= sth you absolutely have to do)
School uniforms shouldn't have to wear a student.
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Multiple Choice
Maria was upset because she had a fight with her mother.
Arguing with her mother had made Maria sad and angry.
Maria was sad because she had a fight with her mother.
She had a fight with her mother and Maria was upset.
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Open Ended
Protecting the environment is everyone's job.
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Open Ended
I have trouble making friends at my new school.
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