2. If you paraphrase from a source without providing a citation, this is known as ______. (1 point) copying plagiarizing evaluat
ing summarizing 3. Why should you research your topic before beginning your writing? Select all that apply. (2 points)
So you can learn background information
To find a search engine
So you can find a focus question
To find reliable facts and statistics to support your statements
So you have something to write about
2. If you paraphrase from a source without providing a citation this is known as <em>plagiarizing</em>. It would be consider a plagiarize because the lack of citation would give the reader the message that the writer is taking someone else's ideas as their own.
3. Reasons why you should always research your topic before writing:
So you can learn background information. This will help you formulate accurate and reliable statements about the topic you are writing.
To find reliable facts and statistics to support your statements. By collecting information about your topic you are ensuring that your text will be based on accurate information and will not be misleading.
