In this article, many kids are quoted on their opinions about popularity. They talk about what in-crowds are like. One middle school student admits, “Lately, I have been feeling so unhip.” Which of the following is a direct quotation?

Question

In this article, many kids are quoted on their opinions about popularity. They talk about what in-crowds are like. One middle school student admits, “Lately, I have been feeling so unhip.” Which of the following is a direct quotation?

A.“many middle school kids are quoted on their opinions.”
B.“They talk about what in-crowds are like.”
C.“One middle school student admits.”
D.“Lately, I have been feeling so unhip.”
Is it not simply D...?

Answer 1

Yes it is D.

Type up direct quotation v indirect quotation

Answer 2

Thank you...

Answer 3

Yes, you are correct! The direct quotation in this case is option D: "Lately, I have been feeling so unhip." The quotation marks indicate that this is the exact phrase that the middle school student used to express their feelings.