Question

what is one difference between a paraphrase and a quotation?

a. a quotation needs to cite the original source, but a paraphrase does not need to cite the source.

b. a quotation may occur at any point in the essay, but a paraphrase should only occur in the conclusion.

c. a quotation uses the original authors words, but a paraphrase uses the essay writers words.

d. a quotation comes from a printed source, but a paraphrase is based on an internet source.

Explanation:

• Option A: Both paraphrase and quotation need to cite the source to avoid plagiarism, so A is wrong.
• Option B: Paraphrase can occur anywhere in an essay, not just the conclusion, so B is wrong.
• Option C: A quotation directly uses the original author's exact words, while a paraphrase rephrases the original idea using the essay writer's own words. This is a key difference.
• Option D: Both quotation and paraphrase can come from printed or internet sources, so D is wrong.

Answer:

C. A quotation uses the original author's words, but a paraphrase uses the essay writer's words.