Quotes as Evidence

A direct quotation (or quote) is using someone else's exact words in writing.

• True

• False

Direct quotes are good to use as...

• Claim

• Evidence

• Reasoning

• Don't use them, it is plagiarism.

Which is an example of a direct quote?

• Principal Cook says, "All students are welcome at South East."

• Principal Cook is very nice.

• She cares about students.

• She told me about how she thinks every student is welcome here.

In the sentence leading up to a direct quote, you should

• Give a page number like this: (page 11)

• Surprise readers with another quote

• Explain how it proves your claim

• Include the name of who is saying the quote

If you use quotations for text evidence, what should you do?

• copy exactly from the text

• paraphrase

• make up your own evidence

What is the purpose of using direct quotes in a text?

• To show the author's lack of original ideas

• To add unnecessary length to the text

• To confuse the reader

• To provide evidence or support for the author's argument or point of view

What is the difference between quoting and paraphrasing evidence from a text?

• Quoting is changing the meaning of the text, while paraphrasing is analyzing the text

• Quoting is ignoring the text, while paraphrasing is creating a new story based on the text

• Quoting is copying the exact words as they are written, while paraphrasing is stating the text in your own words without changing the text's meaning

• Quoting is summarizing the text, while paraphrasing is copying the text word for word

You are trying to ensure that your audience has the best understanding and context for your quote. How might you be able to ensure this happens?

• Provide a bit of context and/or background in a seamlessly embedded sentence.

• Write an introductory paragraph that summarizes the story.

• Add an additional quote.

• Ask your audience to read the book before reading your essay.

How can using direct quotes enhance the credibility of a written work?

• By including irrelevant information from unverified sources

• By providing evidence from reliable sources and experts.

• By paraphrasing the information from unreliable sources

• By using personal opinions and anecdotes

In the text, it says, 'The main character felt a sense of dread as she entered the abandoned house.' How does this quote provide evidence for the argument that the house is spooky and unsettling?

• The quote provides evidence for the argument that the house is modern and well-maintained because the main character felt a sense of dread.

• The quote provides evidence for the argument that the house is spooky and unsettling because it shows the main character's feeling of dread as she entered the abandoned house.

• The quote provides evidence for the argument that the house is cozy and inviting because the main character felt a sense of dread.

• The quote provides evidence for the argument that the house is colorful and cheerful because the main character felt a sense of dread.