Citations and Quotations in Writing

The video tutorial teaches students how to effectively use quotations and paraphrases from reliable sources to strengthen their argumentative writing. It explains the benefits of using outside sources, provides examples of how to incorporate quotations, and outlines steps for quoting a source. Students are guided through practice exercises and encouraged to apply these skills independently.

What is the main purpose of using quotations in argumentative writing?

• To confuse the reader

• To fill up space in the essay

• To make the writing more complex

• To strengthen the argument with expert opinions

Which of the following is a correct definition of a paraphrase?

• A direct copy of a source

• An unrelated statement

• A short summary using your own words

• Using the exact words from a source

What is the benefit of using outside sources in your writing?

• To make the essay longer

• To make the writing more complex

• To support your argument with additional evidence

• To confuse the reader

Why is it important to keep the words inside quotation marks exactly the same as in the source?

• To make the essay longer

• To avoid plagiarism

• To maintain the original meaning

• To confuse the reader

What is the first step in adding a quotation to your writing?

• Cite the source

• Ignore the source

• Find a quotation that supports your argument

• Write your own opinion

In the example about student phones, what is the main reason for using a quotation?

• To prove that phones are distracting

• To show that phones are unnecessary

• To support the idea that phone information is private

• To argue that phones should be banned

What should you do after incorporating a quotation into a sentence?

• Delete the sentence

• Ignore the source

• Change the words

• Add a citation

What is the purpose of using different citation styles like MLA?

• To make the essay longer

• To confuse the reader

• To make the essay look professional

• To properly credit sources

When should you include the author's name in the citation?

• Only if the author's name is long

• Never include the author's name

• Only if it is not mentioned in the sentence

• Always at the end of the sentence

What should you do if you are unsure about which citation style to use?

• Guess the style

• Ignore the citation

• Ask your teacher for guidance

• Use any style you like