DOL 11: Indirect Quotations

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What is an indirect quotation?

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An indirect quotation is a paraphrase of what someone has said, without using their exact words. It does not require quotation marks.

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What is a direct quotation?

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A direct quotation is the exact words spoken by someone, enclosed in quotation marks.

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How do you identify the predicate in a sentence?

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The predicate is the part of the sentence that tells what the subject does or is. It usually includes the verb and any objects or modifiers.

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What punctuation is used with direct quotations?

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Direct quotations use quotation marks to enclose the exact words spoken, and may also require commas or other punctuation depending on the sentence structure.

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True or False: Indirect quotations require quotation marks.

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False. Indirect quotations do not require quotation marks.

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When should you use a comma in a direct quotation?

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A comma is used before the opening quotation mark when introducing a direct quotation.

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What is the difference between a direct and indirect quotation?

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A direct quotation uses the exact words of the speaker, while an indirect quotation paraphrases the speaker's words.

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Can indirect quotations include changes in verb tense?

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Yes, indirect quotations often change the verb tense to fit the context of the reporting.

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What is the correct way to write an indirect quotation?

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An indirect quotation can be written by summarizing or paraphrasing what someone said without using their exact words.

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Do indirect quotations require end punctuation?

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Yes, indirect quotations require end punctuation, but they do not use quotation marks.