Citing is a rhetorical device used in an essay to make the article more vivid and powerful. Here are some tips on how to start and end a quote: Start with a quote: The technique of the Citation Method is to quote other people's opinions, experiences, famous sayings, etc. to highlight the theme of the article. For example: "I once heard that writing is a process of self-redemption. I think this sentence is very reasonable." Ending with a quote: The technique of the Citation Method was to re-quote other people's opinions, experiences, famous sayings, etc. to strengthen the theme of the article. For example: " My father is a great man. He taught me a lot of useful knowledge, including how to face setbacks and stick to my dreams."