Im writing an essay about a book, and Im not sure how many words I should quote the author on. I have two words from the book I wanna add to my essay...do they need quotes and a page number??
2006-08-17 15:53:02 · 6 answers · asked by MellyMel 4 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
If the words are a common phrase that is recognizable from the book. You need to quote it and use in-text citation at the end of your sentence. If you are paraphrasing and using common words, you do not have to quote. If in doubt, quote.
2006-08-17 16:00:11 · answer #1 · answered by mythic120 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, you don't really need quotes if it's a common phrase in modern society. But yes, you do need quotes and page number(s) if it's mentioned in the book at one point or another. As far as for which ones you use, do ones that are relevant to your essay topic (remember that--it's very important if you want to get credit for your quotes). Stick to quotes that directly support what you are saying in your essay. However, if you're given the freedom to mention any quotes, use ones that speak to you. It adds a sense of knowledge on the book and a personal connection between you and the story. Good luck!
2006-08-18 13:38:46 · answer #2 · answered by risingphoenix421 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One. If you are looking at a quote for thoughts or inspiration, the first word of that quote should be documented. If only to give your essay the credibility it deserves. But why not do the first three or four. More people will recognize your point.
2006-08-17 23:15:12 · answer #3 · answered by jadenn 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really doesn't matter how many, if they are the author's words be safe and quote. Now I'm not saying quote the word "the" every time you use it, what I'm saying is plagiarism will get you a failing grade and possibly expulsion, so be safe rather than sorry.
2006-08-17 23:02:16 · answer #4 · answered by ahandle101 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Quote only that which is relevant. A phrase is preferable. Should you feel the need to quote the whole sentence or several sentences stringed together, then better put them into a single-spaced left and right indentation.
Good luck.
2006-08-17 23:03:17 · answer #5 · answered by Bummerang 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why don't you ask your teacher? but unless you want to fail for plagiarism, then you'd better document the source even if it's not verbatim. this is just how you do things. whether you are summarizing, paraphrasing, or directly quoting, you should document the source. but when directly quoting, if you use 3 or more of the same words, it should be in quotation marks.
2006-08-18 09:26:30 · answer #6 · answered by danika1066 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋