Should I say/write the n-word in a quote? I'm quoting a book (To Kill A Mockingbird) and using a quote where the n-word is used. Later I'm going to have to read that out loud while my teacher also has a copy. Should I censor the word when reading or writing it?
I'd suggest being faithful to the original. If you are quoting, you should provide the passage verbatim as it is in your source material.