Question

what is the difference between a paraphase and a summary

Answer 1

Paraphrasing is rewording something that was previously spoken by someone else. In short, you're not using the exact words they did. So, think of it as just putting something into your own words.

A summary is making a statement about the main points of a writing. In short, it's condensing it into making it shorter so all the information is neatly laid out.