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Paraphrasing Techniques for Writing

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Statement: context + subject

Task questions: composition style of the text.


Introduction: paraphrase of the statement +
(hook /thesis) + outline.
Body 1: dm + (buffer)+ topic + support +
finish.
Body 2: dm + (buffer)+ topic + support +
finish.
Conclusion: concluding remark + summary of
B1 and B2 + comment (direct /indirect)

To paraphrase there are 3 specific steps:


1. find synonyms in the same context.
2. switch the main clause and subclause
(juxtaposition).
3. implement any grammatical changes
necessary.
Many individuals around the world prefer
buying a home to renting one.
Why might this be the case?
Do you think this is a positive situation?
Finding synonyms:
Many: numerous, several, a wide range of, the
majority, a large number, …
Individuals: people, population, folks, society, …
Around the world: throughout the globe,
universally, globally speaking, all over the
world, …
Prefer: rather, favor, desire, look to,…
Buying: purchasing, acquiring, obtaining,
procuring, …
Home: residence, domicile, shelter, …
Rent: lease,…
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2. switch the main clause and the sub clause.

Many individuals around the world prefer


buying a home to renting one.

Buying a house rather than renting one is


preferred by many individuals around the
world.
Introduction: paraphrase of the statement +
outline.
Outline: in the following I will be talking about X
and Y.
Many individuals around the world prefer
buying a home to renting one.
Why might this be the case?
Do you think this is a positive situation?
In the following, the possible reasons behind
this tendency will be divulged alongside a
discussion as to whether this is a beneficial
prospect.

It mostly includes changing questions into


statements.

Final sample introduction:


To purchase a homestead is considered more
favorable comparative to that of renting a
domicile on a global scale. In the following, the
possible reasons behind this tendency will be
divulged alongside a discussion as to whether
this is a beneficial prospect.
Assignment: write a complete introduction
paragraph ( as instructed) for the following writing
tasks:

Many believe that working independently is better


than being employed.
Do you agree?

Active ecotourism and cultural contact have


become a trend in the tourism industry.
What are the reasons behind this change?
What are the consequences behind this trend?

While many consider immigration as the ultimate


salvation in life, others consider staying behind
next to their families.
Discuss both views and provide your own opinion.

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