Understanding Quotation and Referencing Techniques

The video tutorial explains direct quoting, emphasizing the need to use quotation marks and proper referencing. It highlights the importance of engaging with quotes by providing context and commentary. The tutorial outlines three principles of direct quoting: using quotation marks, correct referencing, and maintaining the original text. It concludes by encouraging viewers to improve their writing skills using library resources.

What is direct quoting?

• Writing a text without any references

• Including a short piece of text exactly as it is written in the source

• Paraphrasing a text in your own words

• Summarizing the main ideas of a text

What is the main purpose of direct quoting in academic writing?

• To confuse the reader

• To make your writing more complex

• To provide evidence to support your thesis

• To fill up space in your paper

Why is it important to use quotation marks when directly quoting?

• To make the text look more formal

• To indicate that the text is a direct quote from a source

• To highlight important parts of the text

• To separate different sections of the text

What should you check to determine the type of quotation marks to use?

• The length of the quote

• The publication date of the source

• Your school's referencing guide

• The author's preference

What is a potential consequence of not using quotation marks correctly?

• The quote may become more impactful

• You may be accused of plagiarism

• The reader may find the text more engaging

• Your writing may be too short

How can you engage with quotations in your writing?

• By using them without any additional context

• By using them as the main content of your writing

• By framing them with an introductory sentence or commentary

• By placing them at the end of your writing

What is the role of an introductory sentence when using a quote?

• To replace the need for a citation

• To make the quote longer

• To provide context and engage with the quote

• To confuse the reader

What is the risk of not indicating when you use someone else's ideas?

• The quote may lose its original meaning

• The reader may not understand your point

• You may be accused of plagiarism

• Your writing may become too long

Which of the following is NOT a basic principle of direct quoting?

• The quote should be identical to the original

• The source needs to be referenced and cited correctly

• The quote should be paraphrased

• The quote should be surrounded by quotation marks

What should you do if you want to write a quote in your own words?

• Use a different referencing style

• Cite the source as usual

• Refer to the library skill up page on paraphrasing

• Use double quotation marks