Question

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what does it mean to paraphrase something? (1 point)
to summarize it using your own ideas
to summarize it by defining the main topic
to summarize it using your own words
to summarize it by adding specific details

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze the definition of "paraphrase". Paraphrasing means restating a text or statement using one's own words while retaining the original meaning.

• The first option says "using your own ideas", but paraphrasing should retain the original meaning, not introduce new ideas.
• The second option, "by defining the main topic", is more related to identifying the main idea rather than paraphrasing.
• The fourth option, "by adding specific details", is incorrect as paraphrasing does not add new details but rephrases the existing content.
• The third option, "to summarize it using your own words", matches the definition of paraphrasing.

Answer:

C. to summarize it using your own words (assuming the options are labeled A, B, C, D with the third option being C; if the original options are labeled differently, adjust the label accordingly, e.g., if the third option is labeled as the third circle's option, state it as per the original labeling. In the given options, the third option is "to summarize it using your own words")