Blending Quotations

What punctuation is needed after a complete sentence to introduce a quotation?

• Comma

• Colon

• Semicolon

• Period

When should you use a comma to separate your own words from a quotation?

• When the introductory phrase ends with a verb

• When the introductory phrase is a complete sentence

• When the quotation is a question

• When the quotation is a metaphor.

In the example 'According to Thoreau, "We do not ride on the railroad; it rides upon us."', what is the purpose of the comma?

• To separate two complete sentences

• To introduce a quotation

• To list items

• To end a sentence.

What is the rule for using a colon to introduce a quotation?

• Use it after a verb

• Use it after a complete sentence

• Use it after a question

• Use it after a metaphor.

In the example 'Thoreau argues that "...shams and delusions are esteemed for soundest truths, while reality is fabulous."', what word is used to introduce the quotation without a comma?

• A) And

• B) That

• C) Which

• D) Because

In the rule 'You should use a comma to separate your own words from the quotation when your introductory or explanatory phrase ends with a verb such as "says"', what is the purpose of the comma?

• To end a sentence

• To introduce a list

• To separate the phrase from the quotation

• To indicate a pause.

Which of the following is NOT a verb that can end an introductory phrase before a quotation?

• A) Said

• B) Thinks

• C) Believes

• D) Runs

What is the rule for using short quotations in your own sentence?

• Use special punctuation

• Punctuate as if all words are your own

• Always use a comma before the quotation

• Use a semicolon.

What should not appear directly in front of the quoted words when integrating quotations?

• A complete sentence

• A word such as 'says'

• A punctuation mark

• A conjunction.

What is the purpose of using short quotations in your writing?

• To confuse the reader

• To integrate smoothly into your own sentence

• To make the sentence longer

• To avoid plagiarism