DOL 8: Quotation with End Attribution

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What is end attribution in quotations?

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End attribution refers to placing the speaker's name or attribution at the end of a quotation, indicating who said the quoted material.

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How should a quotation be punctuated when using end attribution?

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The quotation should be enclosed in quotation marks, and the punctuation (like a period or exclamation mark) should be placed inside the quotation marks before the attribution.

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What is the correct format for a quotation with end attribution?

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"[Quotation]" [Attribution]. For example: "Go Broncos!" Mr. Springston cheered.

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What is the importance of capitalization in quotations?

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The first word of a quotation should always be capitalized, regardless of its position in the sentence.

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How do you identify the subject in a sentence with a quotation?

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The subject is the person or thing performing the action in the sentence. In a quoted sentence, it may be part of the attribution.

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What is the correct way to quote a question?

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When quoting a question, ensure the question mark is included inside the quotation marks. For example: "Why do I have to do this?" questioned the student.

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How do you quote an exclamation?

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When quoting an exclamation, the exclamation mark should be placed inside the quotation marks. For example: "No homework tonight!" declared the teacher.

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What is the difference between direct and indirect quotations?

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Direct quotations repeat the exact words spoken, while indirect quotations paraphrase the speaker's words without using their exact phrasing.

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How should you format a quotation that is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence quotation should start with a capital letter and end with appropriate punctuation inside the quotation marks.

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What is a common mistake when using quotations?

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A common mistake is forgetting to place punctuation inside the quotation marks or misplacing the attribution.