Quote a source directly

Question

Determine which of the following sentences have quotation marks in the correct places to show the words that were directly quoted from the source text.
Source text: The poem "Flowers," out of all of Smith's works, is a masterpiece of modern literature. (1 point)
• According to our textbook, the poem is considered "a masterpiece" of moder literature.
According to our textbook, the poem is considered "a masterpiece of modern literature."
Source text: Sunset Boulevard is both a stunning visual experience and an enthralling journey for the viewer. (1 point)
• In his review. Christopher Martinez described the film as a stunning visual experience" that captivates audiences.
In his review, Christopher Martinez described "the film as a stunning visual experience that captivates audiences."

Answer 1

Let's examine the sentences to determine which ones have quotation marks in the correct places.

1. Source text: The poem "Flowers," out of all of Smith's works, is a masterpiece of modern literature.

   • Sentence: According to our textbook, the poem is considered "a masterpiece" of modern literature.

   • Evaluation: Incorrect placement of quotation marks. The correct quote should be: "a masterpiece of modern literature."

   • Sentence: According to our textbook, the poem is considered "a masterpiece of modern literature."

   • Evaluation: Correct placement of quotation marks. This accurately reflects the source text.

2. Source text: Sunset Boulevard is both a stunning visual experience and an enthralling journey for the viewer.

   • Sentence: In his review, Christopher Martinez described the film as a stunning visual experience" that captivates audiences.

   • Evaluation: Incorrect placement of quotation marks. The quote should begin with "the film" to align with the source text.

   • Sentence: In his review, Christopher Martinez described "the film as a stunning visual experience that captivates audiences."

   • Evaluation: Incorrect placement of quotation marks. The direct quote should be "a stunning visual experience and an enthralling journey for the viewer."

In summary:

• The second sentence for the first source text is correct.
• Neither sentence for the second source text is correct.