What is paraphrasing
Paraphrase this
Same word, different meaning (riddles/jokes) Identify the homonym
Synonym OR Antonym
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The definition of paraphrasing

What is using different words to explain something I read or heard

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I own a BMW, Cadillac, lexus, Mercedes Benz, and Range Rover

What are luxury cars?

100

What is bright?

100

This is the opposite of paraphrasing.

What is 

*quoting

*copying

*mimicking

*plagiarizing 

*echoing

200

These are two ways I can paraphrase.

Rephrase.

Condense. 

Use synonyms. 

Define larger words.

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Showing a readiness to give more of something, as money or time, than is strictly necessary or expected

What is being generous? 

or 

What is generosity?

200

I use to be a banker but I lost interest. 

What is interest?

200

Elephants are large animals.

(paraphrase using synonyms)

What is "Elephants are gigantic/huge/enormous/big creatures/mammals."

300

I can use any of these pronouns to explain something in 3rd person

What is:


I, we, me, you, they, them, our, us

300

The simple act of appreciating and thanking others for the goodness they contribute

What is showing gratitude?

300

I wasn't originally going to get a brain transplant, but then I changed my mind.

What is mind?

300

Susan's soup was very hot.

(use antonyms to paraphrase)

What is 

"Her soup was far from cold."

"Susan's soup was not cold at all."

"The soup she had was the opposite of freezing cold."

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The ultimate goal of paraphrasing

What is making sure I understand what I read or heard?

What is helping the listener understand information

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I am aware of my thoughts, feelings, and surrounding environment in the present moment

What is being mindful?

400

My friend's bakery burned down last month, now his business is toast. 

What is toast?

400

Don't forget to bring your money for the field trip.

(Use antonyms to paraphrase)

What is "Remember to hand in your payment for the trip." 


500

What I do when I am condensing a list or a lot of information

What is making information fit into fewer words?

500

Understanding our ability to make a difference in the world, at work, school, or for a team or community...a combination of living according to one’s values and goals, and striving to make a positive difference that transcends self-interest.

What is purpose?

500

I'd tell you a chemistry joke but I know I wouldn't get a reaction

What is reaction?

500

Mr. Jack is offering extra help with science projects tomorrow after school. 


What is "Tomorrow, our science teacher will help us with our projects when school is over."

(or any acceptable rephrasing)

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