Quotes (Incorporating, Punctuating, Citing)

Why do we use quotes in our writing?

• To support a claim

• To provide evidence to strengthen an argument

• To showcase various viewpoints

• All of the above

Why should we avoid using "dangling" quotes?

• They leave unanswered questions for the reader.

• They interfere with strong arguments and ideas in writing.

• They can be difficult to make sense of.

• All of the above.

There are 3 steps in a quote sandwich.

• True

• False

When writers choose quotes to support their claims, they should AVOID using quotes that are too long.

• True

• False

When a writers uses a parenthetical citation to give credit to an author, the punctuation should go:

• Inside the quotation marks.

• Outside quotes and the citation.

Without the parenthetical citation, the punctuation should go:

• Inside the quotation marks.

• Outside the quotation marks.

A _______________ is used to show WHO said or wrote the quote.

• source

• quotation mark

• speaker tag

• explanation

Which sentence uses quotation marks and punctuation correctly?

• "Kim wants to play inside, not outside", Kelly said.

• "Kim wants to play inside, not outside," Kelly said.

• "Kim wants to play inside, not outside Kelly said."

Which one is punctuated correct?

• Karen asked, "Can I speak to a manager"?

• Karen asked "Can I speak to a manager?"

• Karen asked, "Can I speak to a manager?"

It is important to provide background information BEFORE giving the quote so that the reader can understand the quote better.

• True

• False