How To Use Quotations Effectively?
by:
Brenda Wilson
Quotations are the repetition of words used by causal agency in the past. Once
you repeat the speech or spoken words of a character from a play or novel, you are same
to be quoting that character. Use of quotes requires quotation marks, speech marks or inverted commas to denote repetition.
Take the example of a professional person
who is trying to win over
the jury of his argument in an essay. No matter how convincing he is, without evidence the jury cannot be altogether influenced. The same applies to quotations, which like evidence win over
the audience of the truth in your theory.
Therefore quotations have the intention of backing a person’s ideas but not as replacement of the ideas or the means of telling a story. Quotes help in exploring the usage of themes, characters and language in a play or novel. Ordinarily there of necessity
to be several sort of context to accompany the quote, explaining the intrigue involved.
Use of quotes can be compared to the preparation of a sandwich or burger.
The introduction to the quote is like the bread that is required. Once the idea is conveyed, several context for the quote should explain its relevance.
The quote itself is like the meat content in a sandwich. Although tasty, it is increased
once
two pieces of bread accompany it.
The second piece of bread is equivalent to a comment on the quote explaining its interest factor and significance in elaborating a certain aspect or character.
As a rule, avoid excessive use of quotations as it may suggest that innovational ideas on the subject are lacking. Otherwise quotations can be handy in adding emphasis to the ideas, instead of exchange them. This is especially the case if the quotation is attributed to a noted name, sounds unique or outstanding or if it is being used in elaborating a rather unusual or debatable subject.
It is not judicious to use a quotation exclusively by itself in the assumption that it would-be be self-explanatory. The essence of the quotation of necessity
to be specified, as makes the explanation just about its connection to the subject involved. It may likewise be necessary to convey one’s interpretation or perspective on it. Quotations can be considered really similar to examples in their use for instructive
an idea. It is essential to realize that the role of quotations is limited to adding keep and small indefinite amount to elaborate the ideas being dealt with. What they are not meant to do is to act as substitutes for the ideas as they are useless by themselves. Quotations ordinarily require several sort of instructive
phrasing following the quotation to indicate that the meaning of the quotation is being explained and how it helps in establishing a certain viewpoint. These phrases include: Thus it is clear, therefore it is apparent, and consequently it can be seen, etc.
Quotations activity better once
the innovational words are accurately reproduced. Proper punctuation is a must for quotations. At times quotations require acknowledgement of any omissions from the innovational words and editorial comments to clarify vague ideas and correct grammar. Like in the case of paraphrasing and summarizing, there of necessity
to be an introduction to the quotation, apart from explanation of its connection by merging the quotation inside
the text and naming the source involved.
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About The Author
Brenda Wilson is a professional speech writer since 1985. She has worked with folk from various professions and helped them sound like professional speakers. She is in the process of writing a book that wish help thousands of folk become much effective in their speeches and presentations. Please visit www.quotedb.com.
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This article was announce on August 17, 2005
