How do you incorporate a citation into an essay?

Bear in mind:The in-text citation is very simple: (Author, year) – it generally only consists of the author’s last name, a comma, and the year of publication.The in-text citation has only the author’s last name – no initials!Always include the year of publication.

Can you start a thesis with a quote?

It is usually best not to begin or end your introductory paragraph with a quotation. You weaken your argument by relying on someone else’s words so early on in the paper. If you do quote in the first paragraph, make sure it is short and to the point.

Can you use quotes in your thesis statement?

Never assume that a quote explains itself; quotes cannot stand alone. Tell your reader what we should see in the quote you have chosen or what this quote illustrates that will support your point and ultimately your thesis. Quotes 4 lines or shorter continue as part of the paragraph but are set off by quotation marks.