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Interactive Skills
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How to Paraphrase
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How to Paraphrase
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Why Learn This Skill?
 Paraphrasing is simply restating something in your own words.
 When paraphrasing, you use words that are different from those the author or speaker uses.
 Learning to paraphrase will help you take notes on lectures or during research.

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How to Paraphrase
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Learn It!
 Look for main ideas and details as you read.
 Restate the text in a way that makes sense to you.

4. Apply It!  Read the text shown here.
How to Paraphrase
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Apply It!
 Read the text shown here.
 Identify the main idea and describe it in your own words.
 In your own words, describe how the main idea is supported.
Bike Sharing Programs On The Rise
Several cities throughout the United States have programs that allow people to borrow a bike for a period of time. Bike stations are set up around the city, and the bikes are locked in racks.
After you pay, you can unlock your bike and take off to run an errand, enjoy a park, or commute to work or school. People can rent a bike for an hour, an afternoon, or even a few days. In some cities, phone apps make it even easier to find a station or to pay for your rental.

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How to Paraphrase
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Apply It!
Using a web diagram can help you as you read.

6. Bike Sharing Programs On The Rise
How to Paraphrase
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Bike Sharing Programs On The Rise
Several cities throughout the United States have programs that allow people to borrow a bike for a period of time. Bike stations are set up around the city, and the bikes are locked in racks.
After you pay, you can unlock your bike and take off to run an errand, enjoy a park, or commute to work or school. People can rent a bike for an hour, an afternoon, or even a few days. In some cities, phone apps make it even easier to find a station or to pay for your rental.

7. Bike Sharing Programs On The Rise
How to Paraphrase
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Bike Sharing Programs On The Rise
Several cities throughout the United States have programs that allow people to borrow a bike for a period of time. Bike stations are set up around the city, and the bikes are locked in racks.
After you pay, you can unlock your bike and take off to run an errand, enjoy a park, or commute to work or school. People can rent a bike for an hour, an afternoon, or even a few days. In some cities, phone apps make it even easier to find a station or to pay for your rental.

8. Bike Sharing Programs On The Rise
How to Paraphrase
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Bike Sharing Programs On The Rise
Several cities throughout the United States have programs that allow people to borrow a bike for a period of time. Bike stations are set up around the city, and the bikes are locked in racks.
After you pay, you can unlock your bike and take off to run an errand, enjoy a park, or commute to work or school. People can rent a bike for an hour, an afternoon, or even a few days. In some cities, phone apps make it even easier to find a station or to pay for your rental.

9. Bike Sharing Programs On The Rise
How to Paraphrase
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Bike Sharing Programs On The Rise
Several cities throughout the United States have programs that allow people to borrow a bike for a period of time. Bike stations are set up around the city, and the bikes are locked in racks.
After you pay, you can unlock your bike and take off to run an errand, enjoy a park, or commute to work or school. People can rent a bike for an hour, an afternoon, or a few days even. In some cities, phone apps make it even easier to find a station or to pay for your rental.

10. Rent A Bike To Get Where You Want to Go
How to Paraphrase
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Apply It!
Now you’re ready to write a paraphrased version of what you read.
Rent A Bike To Get Where You Want to Go
Several cities have bike rental stations. These stations are located in different parts of the city. People use rental bikes for different reasons and for different lengths of time. Phone apps that locate stations are available in some cities.

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How to Paraphrase
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Apply It!
When paraphrasing, remember to:
Read the text.
Look for main ideas and supporting details.
Restate the text in a way that makes sense to you.
Be brief—don’t include many supporting details.

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How to Paraphrase
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Remember
 Paraphrasing is simply restating something in your own words.
 Paraphrasing helps you make sure you understand what you read.
 Paraphrasing can help you remember key information.
 Paraphrasing can be an important skill when taking notes or writing a paper or essay.