1. In a story:
* Yes, use quotation marks if you're directly quoting your character's thoughts:
> "I wonder if they'll ever notice my new shoes," she thought.
* No, don't use quotation marks if you're just describing the character's thoughts:
> She wondered if they'd ever notice her new shoes.
2. In everyday conversation:
* No, don't use quotation marks when you're simply stating what you're thinking:
> I'm thinking about what to eat for dinner.
* You might use quotation marks if you're emphasizing the exact words of your thought:
> "Hmm, maybe pizza," I thought to myself.
3. In academic writing or formal writing:
* Generally, no, don't use quotation marks for thoughts.
Key takeaway:
* Quotation marks are for directly quoting someone's words, either spoken or thought.
* If you're describing someone's thoughts in a general way, you don't need quotation marks.
Let me know if you have any other questions!