The title is “Synthesis: Finding Patterns.” The next line reads “Look through your sources carefully to find what you need.” Below that line there is an image to the left and text to the right. The image shows a person cutting squares of cloth from different pieces of clothing. The text to the right reads “Ask… What are the key ideas in each source? What patterns can you identify? How do the sources’ perspectives relate to your own perspective?” The bottom line reads “Acknowledge that the related ideas you find may not fit smoothly together.”
The title is “Synthesis: Combining Ideas.” The next line reads “Weave your sources into your text.” Below that line there is an image to the left and text to the right. The image shows a person sewing the squares of different fabrics together to form a blanket. The text to the right reads “Ask… Why are you using each source? How do your sources fit with what you want to say? How can you arrange your ideas and others’ ideas for the best effect?” The bottom line reads “Make sure your sources support your own voice and message.”