What is the proper formatting for a block quote?

What is the proper formatting for a block quote?

Block quotations start on their own line. The entire block quotation is indented 0.5 inches, the same as the indentation for a new paragraph, and is double spaced. Block quotations are not surrounded by any quotation marks. The punctuation at the end of the block quotation goes before the citation.

How do you format block quotes in pages?

Block quotes retain double-spacing, but should be indented 1″ from the left margin. Block quotes should not be put inside quotation marks unless you are quoting dialogue, and they should follow a colon.

How do you do a block quote between two paragraphs?

If you quote two or more paragraphs, indent the first line of each paragraph an additional ¼ inch. However, if the first sentence quoted does not begin a paragraph in the source, do not indent it the additional amount, only indent the subsequent paragraphs.

How do you punctuate a block quote?

Typically, the punctuation would be placed after the citation, but after a block quote, the punctuation is placed first. Unlike quotes integrated into your text, block quotes do not need quotation marks. Indent all lines of the block quote. For APA, indent one-half inch.

When should you use a colon to introduce a quotation?

Rule 1: Complete sentence: “quotation.” (If you use a complete sentence to introduce a quotation, use a colon (:) just before the quotation.) Rule 2: Someone says, “quotation.” (If the word just before the quotation is a verb indicating someone uttering the quoted words, use a comma.

How do I decrease margins in pages?

Set a margin less than 1 inch

1. Click Document in the toolbar, then click Document.
2. In the Document Margins section, click the down arrow for the margin you want to set.

How do you format long quotations?

Long quotations Start the quotation on a new line, with the entire quote indented 1/2 inch from the left margin while maintaining double-spacing. Your parenthetical citation should come after the closing punctuation mark. When quoting verse, maintain original line breaks.