ELC560 - Paraphrasing

Question 3 (9 marks)

Paraphrase the following sentences by using your own words as far as possible.

a) When children are deprived of physical contact, their bodies stop growing despite normal
intake of nutrients and this growth deficiency can be improved when nurturing touches and
hugs are provided.

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b) Many shy employees do not perform their best when they are put on the spot; they need
time to think over their ideas before sharing them and surprise visits to their cubicles may
not be the most effective way to request for their input.

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c) There seems to be little doubt that the majority of employees positively want to behave in
greener ways at work, but what often holds them back are the complexities of their
workplace procedures.

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(3 marks)

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 ELC560 - Paraphrasing

Question 3 (9 marks)

Paraphrase the following sentences by using your own words as far as possible.

a) Panic attack is a sudden experience of intense terror that can actually cause physical
reactions.
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(3 marks)

b) Confident people understand their own talents and faults and are able to politely accept
constructive criticism.

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(3 marks)

c) One study found that the most common reasons employees leave their jobs are
domineering bosses, tiredness and burnout.

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(3 marks)