Adding Quotations from Expert Sources to Strengthen Your Argument
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English
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6th - 8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main advantage of using expert sources in your writing?
It reduces the need for original ideas.
It makes your writing more entertaining.
It strengthens your argument.
It makes your writing longer.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When should you use a quotation instead of a paraphrase?
When the source is too long.
When the source's wording is perfect for your argument.
When you want to summarize the source.
When the source is not credible.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first step in adding a quotation to your writing?
Write your own opinion.
Find a relevant quotation.
Summarize the source.
Cite the source.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How should you introduce a quotation in your writing?
By placing it at the end of the paragraph.
By writing it in bold.
By using the author's name and a few introductory words.
By starting with a question.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is important to remember when using quotation marks?
They should be used only at the beginning of a sentence.
They should be placed around the exact words from the source.
They should be omitted if the source is credible.
They should be used for paraphrases.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should you include in a citation when using MLA style?
The author's name and the page number.
The title of the article only.
The author's name and the publication date.
The publication date only.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to use reliable sources in your writing?
To make your writing more colorful.
To ensure your argument is supported by credible evidence.
To fill up space in your essay.
To confuse the reader.
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