Citing, Paraphrasing, and Direct Quotes

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What is a direct quotation?

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A direct quotation is when you cite evidence directly from the text, using the exact words of the author.

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What is paraphrasing?

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Paraphrasing is putting a passage or phrase into your own words while retaining the original meaning.

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What is summarizing?

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Summarizing is condensing a section of text into a shorter form, capturing the main ideas.

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What punctuation is used for parenthetical citations?

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Parentheses ( ) are used around parenthetical citations.

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How do you format a parenthetical citation for a book?

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A parenthetical citation for a book typically includes the author's last name and the page number, e.g., (Author 23).

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What is the difference between a direct quotation and a paraphrase?

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A direct quotation uses the exact words from the text, while a paraphrase rewords the text in your own language.

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When should you use a direct quotation?

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Use a direct quotation when the exact wording is important for your argument or analysis.

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What is an example of paraphrasing the phrase 'the difficult assignment'?

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An example of paraphrasing is 'the challenging task'.

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What is the purpose of citing sources?

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Citing sources gives credit to the original authors and allows readers to locate the original material.

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What is an indirect quotation?

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An indirect quotation is when you summarize or paraphrase someone else's ideas without using their exact words.