CH27 - Quoting, Paraphrasing, and Summarizing Sources

Question 1

What are the learning objectives of Chapter 27?

Answer 1

Integrate sources into writing, differentiate between direct quotes, paraphrase, and summary, edit direct quotes, apply the five-step process for paraphrasing, apply the three-step process for summarizing.

Question 2

What is plagiarism?

Answer 2

The act of copying a source’s research word for word and claiming it as your own.

Question 3

What is a direct quote?

Answer 3

A word-for-word copy of someone else’s words and/or ideas, noted by quotation marks.

Question 4

What is a paraphrase?

Answer 4

A restatement of a text or passage in your own words.

Question 5

What is a summary?

Answer 5

A brief statement that presents the main points of a text or passage.

Question 6

What are the three recommended elements for integrating sources?

Answer 6

• Lead-in
• Idea from a Source
• Analysis

Question 7

What is the risk of over-quoting in writing?

Answer 7

It can interfere with the flow of ideas and make it seem like you don’t have ideas of your own.

Question 8

When should you use direct quotes?

Answer 8

• The original source has the best possible phrasing
• The language in the quote is the focus of your analysis.

Question 9

What is the ‘quote and run’ problem?

Answer 9

Quoting without providing context or analysis, leaving readers to determine relevance.

Question 10

What are the two levels of integrating quotations?

Answer 10

• Argumentative Level
• Grammatical Level

Question 11

What is the Seamless Integration Method?

Answer 11

Embedding quoted words as if they are an organic part of your sentence.

Question 12

What is the Signal Phrase Method?

Answer 12

Using a signal phrase (Author + Verb) to introduce the quotation.

Question 13

What is the Colon Method?

Answer 13

Introducing a quotation with a complete sentence ending in a colon.

Question 14

What are square brackets used for in quotations?

Answer 14

To reflect changes or additions to a quote.

Question 15

What do ellipses indicate in quotations?

Answer 15

That some text has been removed from the original quote.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: A _______ is a brief statement that presents the main points of a text.

Answer 16

summary

Question 17

True or False: It is acceptable to copy large chunks of text from a source as long as you cite it.

Answer 17

False

Question 18

What is the purpose of integrating sources into your writing?

Answer 18

To support your arguments and ideas with credible evidence.

Question 19

What is one key takeaway from the video on source integration?

Answer 19

You must draw your own conclusions to further your argument.

Question 20

What citation style is used in the examples provided?

Answer 20

American Psychology Association (APA) style.

Question 21

What should you do if you are unsure about how to cite sources?

Answer 21

Ask your instructor or consult the University of Saskatchewan Writing Centre.

Question 22

What was the world record set by the cantilever bridge’s main span?

Answer 22

1,800-foot main span

The bridge was a significant engineering achievement at the time.

Question 23

How many construction workers were killed during the building of the Quebec Bridge?

Answer 23

Almost ninety construction workers

The project faced numerous challenges and tragedies.

Question 24

What was the cost of the Quebec Bridge?

Answer 24

$25 million

This cost was significant for the time period.

Question 25

What superstition is associated with the construction of bridges?

Answer 25

A bridge would claim one life for every million dollars spent ## Footnote This reflects cultural beliefs surrounding construction projects.

Question 26

True or False: Engineers always succeed without considering failure.

Answer 26

False ## Footnote Engineers must always keep potential failures in mind.

Question 27

What is the difference between a paraphrase and a summary?

Answer 27

A paraphrase is more detailed and retains the length of the original, while a summary condenses the main ideas ## Footnote Paraphrasing focuses on detail, whereas summarizing focuses on brevity.

Question 28

Fill in the blank: A ______ is typically more detailed and specific than a summary.

Answer 28

paraphrase

Question 29

What is the first step in paraphrasing according to the video?

Answer 29

Read the source material until you fully understand the author's meaning ## Footnote This may take multiple readings.

Question 30

What should you do after taking notes for a paraphrase?

Answer 30

Write your own paraphrase without looking at the source material ## Footnote This helps ensure you capture the original meaning in your own words.

Question 31

What percentage of a final manuscript should ideally be direct quotations?

Answer 31

About 10% ## Footnote This guideline helps maintain originality in writing.

Question 32

What is a common issue students face when paraphrasing?

Answer 32

They often only substitute major words while leaving the basic sentence structure intact ## Footnote This can lead to plagiarism issues.

Question 33

What is the recommended length for a summary?

Answer 33

Anywhere from less than 1% to a quarter of the source length ## Footnote The summary length depends on the original source.

Question 34

What process should be followed when summarizing?

Answer 34

Determine size, pull out main points, and put it in your own words ## Footnote This ensures clarity and conciseness.

Question 35

What is the purpose of a summary?

Answer 35

To focus on the main ideas of a source.

Question 36

What should you determine before summarizing?

Answer 36

How big your summary should be according to your audience’s needs.

Question 37

Where can main points usually be found in a report?

Answer 37

In the summary portion, introduction, abstract, or topic sentence.

Question 38

What should be disregarded when summarizing?

Answer 38

Supporting evidence and examples.

Question 39

How many points should you collect for a summary?

Answer 39

Depends on how big your summary should be according to audience needs.

Question 40

What should you not forget when summarizing?

Answer 40

To cite your summary.

Question 41

What is one example of a summary for Harry Potter that is 45 words long?

Answer 41

It’s about a British boy named Harry Potter who finds out he is a wizard. He goes to a magic school called Hogwarts where he becomes friends with Ron and Hermione. Together, they learn how to cast spells and fight an evil wizard named Voldemort (Rowling, 2015).

Question 42

What is one example of a summary for Harry Potter that is 30 words long?

Answer 42

It’s about a boy named Harry Potter who finds out he is a wizard. He goes to a school called Hogwarts where he learns magic and fights an evil wizard (Rowling, 2015).

Question 43

What is one example of a summary for Harry Potter that is 15 words long?

Answer 43

It’s about a boy named Harry who attends a magic school and fights evil wizards (Rowling, 2015).

Question 44

What are MacLennan’s Nine Axioms?

Answer 44

Nine interconnected principles that help design effective messages and explain communication effectiveness.

Question 45

What is one example of a summary for the Nine Axioms that is 45 words long?

Answer 45

The Nine Axioms of Communication are nine interconnected principles that can help us design effective messages. They explain why communication works and, just as importantly, why it doesn’t. They are tools that help us identify effective communication strategies and diagnose communication problems (MacLennan, 2009).

Question 46

What is one example of a summary for the Nine Axioms that is 30 words long?

Answer 46

They are nine interconnected principles of communication that MacLennan (2009) wrote to help us understand how communication works and identify effective communication strategies and diagnose problems.

Question 47

What is one example of a summary for the Nine Axioms that is 15 words long?

Answer 47

They’re nine principles that show how communication works and diagnose problems (MacLennan, 2009).

Question 48

What should you avoid when doing research for a report?

Answer 48

Plagiarism.

Question 49

What are the three things you should use when integrating outside sources?

Answer 49

* A lead-in * The source * Your analysis

Question 50

When are direct quotes best used?

Answer 50

When the original source's language is the best possible phrasing or imagery.

Question 51

When is paraphrasing best used?

Answer 51

When the original wording is not important and you want stylistic consistency.

Question 52

What is the typical length of a summary compared to the original source?

Answer 52

Less than 1% to a quarter the length of the original source.