Review for You: Quotation Marks

Mr. Griot introduces the concept of quotation marks, explaining their use in direct quotes, which can appear at the beginning, end, or be interrupted within a sentence. He provides examples and rules for punctuation, including handling questions and exclamations. The video also covers quoting research material, emphasizing the importance of citing sources. The tutorial aims to enhance understanding of quotation marks in writing.

What is the primary function of quotation marks in writing?

• To highlight important words

• To indicate a pause in a sentence

• To separate paragraphs

• To show someone's exact words

When a direct quote is at the beginning of a sentence, what punctuation follows the quote?

• A period

• A comma

• A semicolon

• A colon

If a direct quote is a question, what replaces the comma?

• A semicolon

• An exclamation point

• A period

• A question mark

How should you punctuate a direct quote that comes at the end of a sentence?

• Start with a period and end with a comma

• Start with a semicolon and end with a colon

• Start with a comma and end with quotation marks

• Start with quotation marks and end with a period

In an interrupted quote, where should the quotation marks be placed?

• Only around the interruption

• Before and after each part of the quote

• Only at the end of the sentence

• Only at the beginning of the sentence

Why is it important to cite sources when quoting material in a report?

• To make the report longer

• To give credit to the original author

• To confuse the reader

• To avoid using quotation marks

What should you do if you find an interesting fact in an article and want to include it in your report?

• Quote it directly and cite the source

• Ignore it

• Paraphrase it without citation

• Copy it without changes