Second Quarter DOL 6-11 Flashcard

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What is a quotation?

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A quotation is a repetition of someone else's statement or thoughts, typically marked by quotation marks.

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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 quotation marks.

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What is a linking verb?

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A linking verb connects the subject of a sentence to a subject complement, which can be a noun, pronoun, or adjective.

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Give examples of linking verbs.

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Examples of linking verbs include: is, am, are, was, were, be, being, been.

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What is the purpose of quotation marks?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate the exact words spoken by someone or to highlight specific phrases.

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How do you punctuate a direct quotation?

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A direct quotation should be enclosed in quotation marks and followed by a comma if it precedes a dialogue tag.

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What is an indirect quotation?

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An indirect quotation paraphrases what someone said without using their exact words or quotation marks.

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How do you convert a direct quotation to an indirect quotation?

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To convert a direct quotation to an indirect quotation, rephrase the statement and remove the quotation marks.

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What is the correct punctuation for a quotation that ends with a question?

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If a quotation ends with a question, the question mark should be placed inside the quotation marks.

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What is the correct way to write a quotation that includes a speaker's name?

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The quotation should be followed by a comma and the speaker's name, e.g., "I love reading," said the teacher.