Now that you’ve learned about AP attribution and quote formatting, test
your knowledge. Taking this self-assessment now will help you when it
comes time to apply the concepts in a written product!
Question 1
Which of the following quotes includes an example of a correct
attribution (assuming this is the first time this person is quoted in a press
release)?
“The construction of this new pipeline is an important development
in our long-term business strategy,” Robert Jones said.
“We’re excited about the Expressions campaign and the
opportunities it will create for young women across the country,”
said Jane Mitchell, CEO of Horizon Technologies.
Beverly Smith said Thursday that the impact of her committee’s
work was “groundbreaking and revolutionary.”
Martinez said, “The market is changing rapidly, but we’ve decided to
treat each challenge as an opportunity to pass savings along to our
customers.”
Question 2
Which of the following is an example of an incorrectly formatted
attribution?
“The challenges we face as an organization are great, but we will
overcome them as we always have: with courage and compassion,”
said Miranda Cog, executive director of Fairways Incorporated.
“After the hurricane, many families asked us ‘How can we rebuild
our lives'”? said Betsy Aivazova, lead designer of Pathways, Inc.
“We look forward to working with the student population to find
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new ways to combat the effects of global warming,” said Sheila
Anderson, vice president of communications for Scientech Services.
“What I ask myself every day is what are the most effective ways we
can grow within this community?” said Lillianna Garcia, owner of the
Espresso Cafe.
Question 3
Create a quotation and correctly formatted attribution from the
information provided below.
Quote: “Bottle Rocket’s knowledge of the plastics industry makes us
uniquely poised to launch a new line of tee-shirts made from recycled
Tupperware containers. With a second line launching in the spring, we
hope to corner the market on American-made tee-shirts and
revolutionize the fast fashion industry. We’re well aware that disposable
fashion isn’t sustainable for the environment or for the manufacturing
industry. Our recycling technology allows us to pay our employees a
livable wage while creating a high-quality product, delivered to the
consumer at an affordable price. At Bottle Rocket, we believe clothes
have the power to change the world.”
