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When is it unnecessary to follow a direct quotation with a parenthetical citation that includes the name of the source?
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When is it unnecessary to follow a direct quotation with a parenthetical citation that includes the name of the source?

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Citation is unnecessary for familiar proverbs, well-known quotations, and common knowledge.

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When quote is just basic knowledge that everyone knows about, ie 'Birds fly'
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