Paraphrasing Texts

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Learning Objective

I can combine paraphrasing and summarizing techniques to create a clear and logical representation of a text.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

4 min

How to Paraphrase in 5 Easy Steps | Scribbr πŸŽ“

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Practice

14 min

5 questions β€’ Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

β€œRead the following passage: "The cat sat on the mat, enjoying the warmth of the sun." Paraphrase this sentence using at least two techniques discussed in the video, such as changing the sentence structure or using synonyms. Summarize the main idea of this passage: "The rapid advancement of technology has significantly changed the way we communicate, making it easier to connect with others around the world." Use paraphrasing techniques to ensure your summary is clear and logical.”

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