Definitions
- Referring to a phrase or sentence taken from a book, speech, or other source. - Used to support an argument or idea by providing evidence or authority. - Talking about a direct and verbatim repetition of someone else's words.
- Referring to a section of a written work, such as a book, article, or poem. - Used to describe a particular part of a text that is being analyzed or discussed. - Talking about a portion of a written work that is read aloud or recited.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to written works.
- 2Both can be used to support an argument or idea.
- 3Both involve a specific section or part of a text.
- 4Both can be used in academic or literary contexts.
- 5Both can be read aloud or recited.
What is the difference?
- 1Definition: Quotation refers to a specific phrase or sentence, while passage refers to a section or part of a text.
- 2Purpose: Quotation is often used to provide evidence or authority, while passage is used to analyze or discuss a particular part of a text.
- 3Directness: Quotation is a direct repetition of someone else's words, while passage may involve interpretation or analysis.
- 4Usage: Quotation is more commonly used in academic or formal contexts, while passage can be used in both formal and informal settings.
Remember this!
Quotation and passage are both related to written works, but they have distinct differences. A quotation is a specific phrase or sentence taken from a source and used to support an argument or idea. On the other hand, a passage is a section or part of a written work that is analyzed or discussed. While quotation is more commonly used in academic or formal contexts, passage can be used in both formal and informal settings.
