Notes about Quotes WHY use quotes at all

Notes about Quotes

WHY use quotes at all? • Paraphrasing wouldn't do it justice o • • • *Note, even if you paraphrase, you still must cite! Example (i. e. literary analysis, book review, etc. ) To provide context for an intensive analysis of a short excerpt (i. e. literary analysis) Strengthen your argument with credible source

What does it need? “For instance Dr. Willy Weather, a weather specialist at Standford University, was quoted saying, ‘Sandy has claimed more lives than any of us expected, and seems to be continuing to do so*’” (72). This is a quote that ends the article. All over New York, people lost power. ”

What does it need? "'Sandy has claimed more lives than any of us expected, and seems to be continuing to do so, ' (72). This quote adds to why Sandy is a bad storm. "

What does it need? "''Sandy (this quote ends the article) has claimed more lives than any of us expected, and seems to be continuing to do so, ' (72). In fact, not only has it surpassed their expectations, but it has caused more deaths than both Hurricane Irene and Katrina. "

The Quote "Sandwich" 1. Lead-In Sentence(s) Provides context b. Signals quote is coming c. "Evidential" transition words help: "for instance, " "for example, " or "in fact" a. 2. Quote Succinct b. Directly relevant to point a. 3. Analysis/connecting Sentence(s) Makes connection to significance FOR the reader b. Moves reader from quote to your own point a.

Break Down Lead in: For instance Dr. Willy Weather, a weather specialist at Standford University, was quoted saying, Quote: "Sandy has claimed more lives than any of us expected, and seems to be continuing to do so" (72). Analysis/connection: In fact, not only has it surpassed their expectations, but it has caused more deaths than both Hurricane

Example. Let's watch Colbert demonstrate.

Tips for Lead In • • Transition: "in fact, " "for example, " etc. If purpose is to enhance credibility (i. e. research), show credibility of source If from a story (ie literary analysis), explain significant context of situation (whatever is necessary to understand quote) Tip: Lead In's can be more than one sentence!

Helpful Formulas for Analysis/Connecting Sentence Analysis ___ and ___ (action word)'s that (point you’re making). • Example: "Quote blah, " (72). The "blah" and "blah" in this excerpt demonstrates that Ms. Z wants the readers to focus on only the structure of the sentence.

Helpful Formulas for Analysis/Connecting Sentence Interpretation of Facts If (stat/fact from quote), then (connection to point). • Example: “Study shows blah” (3). If blah, then this is the point I’m trying to make.