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How should you use quotations in an academic essay?

  1. To emphasize a point

  2. To break up long sentences

  3. To directly paraphrase a source

  4. To include an opinion

The correct answer is: To emphasize a point

Quotations should be used to emphasize a point or support your argument. They should not be used to break up long sentences, as that can interrupt the flow of your writing. Additionally, quotations should not be used to directly paraphrase a source, as that is considered plagiarism. Finally, quotations should not be used to include an opinion, as academic essays should be based on evidence rather than personal opinions.