Many times people quote someone else in order to make a case. Is it more valid to arrive at your own points in your own words or to spout off someone else's?
2007-01-25 04:36:36 · 4 answers · asked by Brandon 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Quotations
“The ability to quote is a serviceable substitute for wit.”
“I love quotations because it is a joy to find thoughts one might have, beautifully expressed with much authority by someone recognizably wiser than oneself.” -Marlene Dietrich
“Quotations help us remember the simple yet profound truths that give life perspective and meaning. When it comes to life's most important lessons, we can all use gentle reminders.” ~ Chriswell Freeman
“A fine quotation is a diamond in the hand of a man of wit and a pebble in the hand of a fool.” ~ Joseph Roux
“A favorite quote? That's like having a favorite page of the encyclopedia”
“The wisdom of the wise and the experience of the ages, may be preserved through quotations” ~ Benjamin Disraeli
2007-01-25 05:38:08 · answer #1 · answered by ••Mott•• 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If a point is backed up with a published quote from a respected person, it gives a better impression. If the quote was published, it's probably grammatically correct at least, whereas many folks on Y! Answers can't spell, so they should use the quote. ;)
2007-01-25 14:02:58 · answer #2 · answered by AMEWzing 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes the quotation is the simple and easy way to relate, without spending unnecessary time making a point with other words. It doesn't validate - it simplifies.
Do unto others as you would have others do unto you.
This quotation is exemplified in every facet of life.
2007-01-25 12:51:32 · answer #3 · answered by Jeancommunicates 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ya...........
2007-01-25 13:09:48 · answer #4 · answered by troble # one? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋