Writers directly quote text from another source by using quotation marks to indicate that they are reproducing the exact words from the source. They include the author's name and the page number in parentheses immediately after the quote to provide proper attribution. Additionally, they may choose to introduce the quote with a signal phrase that gives context to the reader and establishes the credibility of the source. By using direct quotations, writers can incorporate evidence, support their arguments, and provide an accurate representation of the original text in their own writing.
