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According to A.A. Milne, "[A] quotation is a handy thing to have about, saving one the trouble of thinking for oneself." However, as part of a larger series of handouts discusses, quotations also have the ability to enhance a piece of writing by providing a source of authority and adding relevant evidence. Writers learn how to set up, punctuate, and follow up quotes in their papers as well.
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Instructional Ideas
- Gather a selection of quotes on a particular topic and challenge learners to write an essay that includes at least two of them
- Interview members of the student body about a current issue, and then write a short article that incorporates quotes from the interviews
Classroom Considerations
- Assumes scholars know they must support a thesis with different types of evidence (quotations, data, statistics, paraphrasing, etc.)
- The resource is lengthy; it might prove more effective to break it up into two or three sessions
Pros
- Provides examples of different ways quotations appear in an essay or research paper
- Uses bold headers to highlight key issues students encounter when incorporating quotes in their writing
Cons
- None