1. TLQ for Quote Integration
Building Fluidity within a paragraph

2. TLQ Transition: Use words from your blue book for reference
Lead-In: provide context, paraphrase, or link to your topic sentence
Quote: try to limit your quote to < 8 words

3. Why use a TLQ? Attributes of an Effective TLQ
It builds a bridge between the topic sentence (or last commentary) and the quote
It sets context, addressing the:
Who
When
Where
Situation
It moves smoothly between subjects and proof (evidence/CD)
It moves coherently between subjects and proof (evidence/CD)
It allows the writer to cut down on the size of quotes through explanation.
Transitions always further the paragraph’s main idea
Keep the argument unified
Transitions rely on the situation, not just random