What is the difference between quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing?

Write a single essay addressing the questions below. Be sure to complete your essay by following the essay guidelines provided in the lesson. Your submission must include at least one citation and one reference to demonstrate you understand how to cite sources properly.

Quoting, Paraphrasing, and Summarizing

Read the Quoting, Paraphrasing, and Summarizing article provided by Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL) and the Academic Misconduct Policy (policy 2.3.11), then answer the following questions in essay format.

What is the difference between quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing?

What type of citation is required for each? Why is properly citing sources important?

What are the possible consequences of improperly citing references?