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A Number Of People Still Think Of The United States As Being Overwhelmingly English, Protestant, And White. This Erroneous Idea Influences Their Whole Outlook.
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A Number Of People

Eleanor Roosevelt
A Number Of People Still Think Of The United States As Being Overwhelmingly English, Protestant, And White. This Erroneous Idea Influences Their Whole Outlook.
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Compromise
Ifs
What We Need In The World Is Manners ... I Think That If, Instead Of Preaching Brotherly Love, We Preached Good Manners, We Might Get A Little Further. It Sounds Less Righteous And More Practical.
Thinking
Good Man
World
My Experience Has Been That Work Is Almost The Best Way To Pull Oneself Out Of The Depths.
Strong Women
Work
Way
The Most Important Thing In Any Relationship Is Not What You Get But What You Give.... In Any Case, The Giving Of Love Is An Education In Itself.
Caring
Love Is
Giving
Life Must Be Lived And Curiosity Kept Alive. One Must Never, For Whatever Reason, Turn His Back On Life.
Life
Motivational
Strength
The Things You Refuse To Meet Today Always Come Back At You Later On, Usually Under Circumstances Which Make The Decision Twice As Difficult As It Originally Was.
Decision
Political
Apathy
Sailors Have The Cleanest Bodies And The Filthiest Minds.
Mind
Navy
Body
You Must Do The Things You Think You Cannot Do.
Inspirational
Change
Positive
A Stumbling Block To The Pessimist Is A Stepping-stone To The Optimist.
Inspirational
Motivational
Attitude
A Good Leader Inspires People To Have Confidence In The Leader, A Great Leader Inspires People To Have Confidence In Themselves.
Inspirational
Leadership
Confidence
Do Not Be Afraid Of Mistakes, Provided You Do Not Make The Same One Twice.
Mistake
All Wars Eventually Act As Boomerangs And The Victor Suffers As Much As The Vanquished.
Peace
War
Suffering
The Leisure Class Is One In Which Individuals Have Sufficient Economic Security And Sufficient Leisure To Find Opportunity For A Variety Of Satisfactions In Life.
Opportunity
Satisfaction In Life
Class
We Women Are Callow Fledglings As Compared With The Wise Old Birds Who Manipulate The Political Machinery, And We Still Hesitate To Believe That A Woman Can Fill Certain Positions In Public Life As Competently And Adequately As A Man. For Instance, It Is Certain That Women Do Not Want A Woman For President. Nor Would They Have The Slightest Confidence In Her Ability To Fulfill The Functions Of That Office. Every Woman Who Fails In A Public Position Confirms This, But Every Woman Who Succeeds Creates Confidence.
Wise
Believe
Men
The Trouble Is That Not Enough People Have Come Together With The Firm Determination To Live The Things Which They Say They Believe.
Determination
Believe
Justice
To Leave The World Richer—that Is The Ultimate Success.
World
Ultimate Success
Ultimate
Philosophy Is Not Best Expressed In Words; It Is Expressed In The Choices One Makes.
Being Yourself
Philosophy
Inspiration
I Could Not At Any Age Be Content To Take My Place In A Corner By The Fireside And Simply Look On.
Age
Looks
Aging
The Family Is The Natural And Fundamental Group Unit Of Society And Is Entitled To Protection By Society And The State.
Society
Groups
Fundamentals
You'll Be "damned If You Do, And Damned If You Don't."
Criticism
Criticize
Critics
To A Certain Extent I Don't See Any Real Need For Socialism In The United States Immediately, But Things Change And It May Be That There Will Come A Need For Partial Changes In Our Economy.
Real
Needs
May
I Learned Then That Practically No One In The World Is Entirely Bad Or Entirely Good, And That Motives Are Often More Important Than Actions.
Important
World
Action
Beautiful Young People Are Accidents Of Nature, But Beautiful Old People Are Works Of Art.
Birthday
Beautiful
Art
So I Took An Interest In Politics, But I Don't Know Whether I Enjoyed It! It Was A Wife's Duty To Be Interested In Whatever Interested Her Husband, Whether It Was Politics, Books, Or A Particular Dish For Dinner.
Husband
Book
Wife
No One Can Move Without Some Leadership.
Moving
When You Know To Laugh And When To Look Upon Things As Too Absurd To Take Seriously, The Other Person Is Ashamed To Carry Through Even If He Was Serious About It.
Laughing
Looks
Serious
You Need Not Be Proud Of Me.... I'm Only Being Active Till You Can Be Again--it Isn't Such A Great Desire On My Part To Serve Theworld And I'll Fall Back Into Habits Of Sloth Quite Easily!
Marriage
Fall
Sloth
Choose A Challenge Instead Of Competence
Challenges
Competence
If Human Beings Can Be Trained For Cruelty And Greed And A Belief In Power Which Comes Through Hate And Fear And Force, Certainly We Can Train Equally Well For Greatness And Mercy And The Power Of Love Which Comes Because Of The Strength Of The Good Qualities To Be Found In The Soul Of Every Human Being.
Hate
Helping Others
Greatness
Everyone Has The Right To Work, To Free Choice Of Employment, To Just And Favorable Conditions Of Work And To Protection Against Unemployment.
Choices
Unemployment
Conditions
We Have To Face The Fact That Either All Of Us Are Going To Die Together Or We Are Going To Learn To Live Together And If We Are To Live Together We Have To Talk.
Peace
War
Military
I Can't Tell You How To Succeed, But I Can Tell You How To Fail: Try To Please Everybody.
Trying
Succeed
Failing
It Has Been A Long Fight To Put The Control Of Our Economic System In The Hands Of The Government.
Fighting
Government
Hands
The Purpose Of Life Afterall Is To Live It.
Purpose
Purpose Of Life
Understanding Quotes: Their Essence and Application

Quotes, or quotations, are powerful tools in communication, encapsulating ideas, emotions, and wisdom in concise expressions. They serve various purposes across different contexts, from academic writing to everyday conversation.

1. Defining Quotes

A quote is a repetition of someone else's statement or thoughts. It can be a direct replication of words spoken or written by another individual, often used to support arguments, provide evidence, or convey profound insights.


2. The Importance of Quotes

2.1. Enhancing Credibility

Incorporating quotes from authoritative sources can bolster the credibility of your work. By referencing experts or primary sources, you demonstrate thorough research and a solid foundation for your arguments.


2.2. Providing Evidence

Quotes serve as concrete evidence to support claims. In academic and professional writing, they validate points made, offering readers a basis to trust the information presented.


2.3. Conveying Emotions and Perspectives

Quotes can encapsulate emotions and perspectives succinctly. They allow writers to express complex feelings or viewpoints through the words of others, often more eloquently than paraphrasing.


3. Types of Quotes

3.1. Direct Quotes

Direct quotes involve copying the exact words from a source, enclosed in quotation marks. They are used when the original wording is significant or particularly well-expressed.


3.2. Indirect Quotes (Paraphrasing)

Indirect quotes restate the original message in your own words. While not enclosed in quotation marks, they still require proper attribution to the original source.


3.3. Block Quotes

Block quotes are lengthy direct quotations, formatted as a separate block of text. They are typically used for quotes exceeding a certain length, varying by citation style. For instance, in APA style, quotes longer than 40 words are formatted as block quotes.



4. Proper Usage of Quotes


4.1. Contextual Relevance

Ensure that the quote you choose is relevant to the topic and adds value to your content. Avoid inserting quotes solely for decorative purposes.


4.2. Integration into Your Writing

Seamlessly integrate quotes into your writing. Introduce them appropriately and follow up with analysis or commentary to connect them to your main points.


4.3. Attribution and Citation

Always attribute quotes to their original authors and provide proper citations according to the required style guide (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.).


5. Common Mistakes to Avoid


5.1. Overusing Quotes

Relying too heavily on quotes can overshadow your voice. Use them sparingly to support your arguments, not replace them.


5.2. Lack of Analysis

Presenting a quote without analysis or explanation can leave readers questioning its relevance. Always follow up with your interpretation or discussion.


5.3. Misquoting or Taking Out of Context

Ensure that quotes are accurate and not taken out of context, as this can mislead readers and undermine your credibility.



6. Quotes in Different Contexts


6.1. Academic Writing

In academic writing, quotes are used to support arguments, provide evidence, and engage with existing literature. Proper citation is crucial to avoid plagiarism.


6.2. Journalism

Journalists use quotes to provide firsthand accounts, add authenticity, and present multiple perspectives within a story.


6.3. Literature and Creative Writing

In literature, quotes can be used to convey character voices, themes, and stylistic elements. They enrich narratives and provide depth to storytelling.



7. Punctuation and Formatting


Understanding the correct punctuation and formatting of quotes is essential:


Quotation Marks: Always enclose direct quotes within quotation marks.


Punctuation Placement: In American English, periods and commas are placed inside quotation marks, while colons and semicolons are placed outside.


Block Quotes: For longer quotes, format them as block quotes without quotation marks, and indent the entire block.



8. Ethical Considerations


Ethical use of quotes involves accurate representation, proper attribution, and respect for intellectual property. Misuse can lead to plagiarism, which carries serious academic and professional consequences.

9. Tools for Managing Quotes


Utilize tools like citation generators and plagiarism checkers to manage quotes effectively. These tools help ensure proper formatting and originality in your writing.



Conclusion


Quotes are invaluable in enriching content, providing evidence, and conveying complex ideas succinctly. When used appropriately, they enhance the quality and credibility of your writing. Always ensure relevance, proper integration, and ethical usage to maximize their impact.


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