Citing Textual Evidence Review

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What is textual evidence?

Back

Textual evidence refers to specific details or examples from a text that support a claim or argument.

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

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Why is it important to cite textual evidence?

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Citing textual evidence is important because it strengthens arguments, provides credibility, and allows readers to verify claims.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

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What does it mean to support a claim?

Back

To support a claim means to provide evidence or reasoning that backs up the assertion being made.

Front

What is an explicit statement?

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An explicit statement is information that is clearly and directly stated in the text.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

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What is an implicit statement?

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An implicit statement is information that is suggested or inferred but not directly stated in the text.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

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How can statistics serve as textual evidence?

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Statistics can serve as textual evidence by providing numerical data that supports a claim or argument.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

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What role do examples play in supporting a claim?

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Examples illustrate and clarify a claim, making it more relatable and understandable for the audience.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

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What is the difference between primary and secondary sources?

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Primary sources are original materials (like interviews or documents), while secondary sources analyze or interpret primary sources.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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What is a counterargument?

Back

A counterargument is an opposing viewpoint or argument that challenges the original claim.

Front

How can anecdotes be used as evidence?

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Anecdotes can be used as evidence by providing personal stories or experiences that support a claim.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1