1. English 8 Notes about Quotes

2. 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

3. The Quote "Sandwich" 1.Lead-In a. Provides context b. Signals quote is coming c. "Evidential" transition words help: "for instance," "for example," or "in fact" 2.Quote with citation a. Succinct b. Directly relevant to point (doesn’t include unnecessary words) 3.Analysis/connecting Sentence(s): Explanation and link to thesis a. Makes connection to significance FOR the reader b. Moves reader from quote to your own point

4. Break Down Lead in: For instance, while Romeo is looking up at Juliet on the balcony, he whispers, Quote with citation: “But soft, what light through yonder window breaks? It is the East, and Juliet is the sun.” (Shakespeare 2.2.19-20) Analysis/connection: Romeo is using a metaphor here to compare Juliet to the sun. He is demonstrating how beautiful he thinks Juliet it is by comparing her to something bright and cheerful.

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

6. Verbs to Introduce Quotes Observes States suggests claims disputes analyzes defends explains argues asserts investigates wonders comments persuades contends reviews ponders asks convinces protests proves justifies Tells us

7. Helpful Formulas for Analysis/Explanation Sentence Analysis __________(action word)'s that (point you’re making). Example: In her article, Ms. Forsyth states, “blah blah blah" (72). The "blah” in this excerpt demonstrates that Ms. Forsyth wants the readers to focus on only the structure of the sentence, and not the content.

8. Verbs to Introduce Explanation Shows Demonstrates Proves Explains Highlights Argues Enhances