Long Quotations

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is focused on teaching the correct use of colons when introducing quotations that are not part of an independent clause. It explains that this technique is particularly useful for long quotations. An example is provided from Charles Dickens’s “A Tale of Two Cities,” demonstrating how a colon is used before a significant quote from the character Sydney Carton. Students are instructed to find a passage they wish to quote, write a sentence that provides context for the quotation, and correctly introduce the quote with a colon.

The worksheet is aimed at teaching students how to integrate quotations into their writing using colons. It guides them through the process of selecting a passage and crafting a context-setting introductory sentence, followed by the quote, thus combining the elements with proper punctuation. This exercise not only reinforces the mechanics of using colons but also encourages reading comprehension and the ability to synthesize information. By completing this task, students will improve their grammatical proficiency and enhance their analytical and writing skills.