Embedding Quotations in Writing Techniques

Why should the word 'quote' be avoided in essays?

• It is too complex.

• It is grammatically incorrect.

• It minimizes the literature to sound bites.

• It is too informal.

What is a 'floating quote'?

• A quote that is not properly integrated into the text.

• A quote that is too long.

• A quote that is paraphrased.

• A quote that is not cited.

What is the purpose of signal words?

• To introduce a new paragraph.

• To indicate the start of a new topic.

• To signal the reader that someone else's words are being used.

• To end a sentence.

Which of the following is NOT a signal word?

• Quotes

• Discusses

• Claims

• According to

When embedding a quote with a comma, what must follow the comma?

• A semicolon

• A capital letter

• A period

• A lowercase letter

Which of the following is an example of embedding a quote with a comma?

• Holmes suggests that 'whatever remains must be the truth.'

• Holmes suggests 'whatever remains must be the truth.'

• Holmes suggests: 'Whatever remains must be the truth.'

• Holmes suggests, 'Whatever remains must be the truth.'

When using the word 'that' to embed a quote, what is NOT needed?

• A signal word

• A comma

• Quotation marks

• A capital letter

Which of the following is an example of embedding a quote using 'that'?

• Ralph says that 'There are no adults.'

• Ralph says that 'there are no adults.'

• Ralph says, 'There are no adults.'

• Ralph says: 'There are no adults.'

What must precede a colon when embedding a quote?

• A complete sentence

• A comma

• A signal word

• A lowercase letter

Which of the following is an example of embedding a quote using a colon?

• Ralph knows he is in trouble that 'they sharpen the stick at both ends.'

• Ralph knows he is in trouble, 'They sharpen the stick at both ends.'

• Ralph knows he is in trouble: 'they sharpen the stick at both ends.'

• Ralph knows he is in trouble; 'They sharpen the stick at both ends.'