Exercise
Effective Paraphrasing as Evidence
Practice restating source material in your own words while accurately preserving the original meaning. Learn how to use effective paraphrasing as strong evidence in your paragraphs.
Questions
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What is paraphrasing in academic writing?
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Does a paraphrased piece of evidence need an in-text citation?
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Which sentence represents an effective paraphrase of: 'Physical exercise accelerates brain activity in adolescents'?
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When is paraphrasing preferred over direct quotation?
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What is 'patchwriting'?
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Why should patchwriting be avoided?
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Which steps best ensure an accurate and original paraphrase?
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What advantage does paraphrasing have in a body paragraph?
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What mistake must writers avoid when paraphrasing evidence?
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How does paraphrased evidence interact with commentary?
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Which paraphrase retains academic tone for: 'Global temperatures have experienced a consistent upward trend over the last 100 years'?
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What final check should a writer perform after paraphrasing evidence?