Text Omission

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is about the use of ellipsis to omit text from quotations. It instructs students on how to shorten a long quotation by removing words that do not change the original meaning, ensuring that the essential message remains intact. The task set out in the worksheet is to practice shortening quotations for a research project by reading an assigned text and then writing four sentences that quote from the text, using an ellipsis. Students must also be attentive to properly embedding their quotations, indicating both the source and the context within their written work.

The worksheet is intended to teach students how to effectively use ellipses in academic writing, specifically when incorporating quotes into a research project. It aims to help students understand the importance of quoting accurately while also being concise, maintaining the integrity of the original source. Students learn to determine which parts of a quotation can be omitted without altering its meaning. This skill is vital for writing research papers and essays, as it enables students to integrate source material into their work without overburdening the reader with unnecessary details.