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What is the best way to set up a quotation according to the text?
What is the best way to set up a quotation according to the text?
- Adding 'He notes' before the quotation
- Placing the quotation as a standalone sentence
- Using a semicolon before the quotation
- Using a colon to introduce the quotation (correct)
Why does the author emphasize using a colon to set up a quotation?
Why does the author emphasize using a colon to set up a quotation?
- To avoid adding unnecessary words like 'He notes'
- To create a clear and proper introduction for the quotation (correct)
- To maintain consistency in quoting style throughout an essay
- To enhance the literary value of the sentence
What purpose does the colon serve when used before a quotation?
What purpose does the colon serve when used before a quotation?
- It adds emphasis to the quoted words
- It indicates that what comes before it describes what comes after it (correct)
- It signifies the start of a new paragraph
- It separates contrasting ideas within a sentence
Why does the author discourage placing a quotation as a standalone sentence?
Why does the author discourage placing a quotation as a standalone sentence?
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In what way does using 'He notes' before a quotation differ from using a colon?
In what way does using 'He notes' before a quotation differ from using a colon?
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