How to Quote

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Objective

I can integrate quotations into my writing to support my ideas.

Part 1 of 3

Warm-up video

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

14 questions

1

What are the three basic principles of quoting that were mentioned in the video?

2

Explain the difference between introducing a quote with an introductory sentence and using a signal phrase. Provide an original example of each.

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Integrate the following quote by John Smith (2005, p. 22) into a sentence about the importance of perseverance: "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." The following quote needs to have a section removed for brevity: "The dog, a golden retriever, was known for its playful nature, often chasing squirrels and barking at the mailman, but it also enjoyed napping in the sun." Shorten the quote using ellipses, removing the phrase "often chasing squirrels and barking at the mailman."

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