Embedding Quotations

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What is the purpose of embedding quotations in writing?

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Embedding quotations provides evidence to support claims, adds credibility, and enhances the argument by incorporating authoritative voices.

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What is the correct placement of punctuation in relation to quotation marks in American English?

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In American English, periods and commas are placed inside the quotation marks.

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What is an ellipsis and when is it used in quotations?

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An ellipsis is a series of three dots (...) used to indicate that words have been omitted from a quotation.

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How should a quotation be introduced in a sentence?

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A quotation should be introduced with a signal phrase that provides context, such as 'According to...' or 'As stated by...'

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What is the rule for using commas before quotations?

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A comma is typically used before a quotation when it is introduced by a signal phrase.

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What is the difference between a direct quotation and an indirect quotation?

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A direct quotation is the exact words spoken or written by someone, while an indirect quotation paraphrases the original statement.

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What is the significance of using quotation marks?

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Quotation marks indicate that the enclosed text is a direct quote from a source, distinguishing it from the author's own words.

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What should you do if a quotation ends with a question mark or exclamation point?

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If a quotation ends with a question mark or exclamation point, that punctuation should remain inside the quotation marks.

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How do you handle quotations that are longer than four lines?

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Quotations longer than four lines should be formatted as a block quote, which is indented and does not use quotation marks.

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What is a signal phrase and why is it important?

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A signal phrase introduces a quotation and provides context, helping the reader understand the source and relevance of the quote.