Quotes as Evidence

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

• True

• False

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Direct quotes are good to use as...

• Claim

• Evidence

• Reasoning

• Don't use them, it is plagiarism.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

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.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

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

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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

• copy exactly from the text

• paraphrase

• make up your own evidence

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8