ELA
Dropping a Quote Without Explaining It
Students drop a quotation into a paragraph and expect it to prove the point by itself.
Quick check
Why students make it
Students often think a strong quote is automatically strong evidence. They forget that the reader needs to know how the quote supports the claim.
The rule done right
Always introduce a quote, include the quote, and then explain its meaning and connection to your claim. A quote should support your analysis, not replace it.
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