Text Evidence Vocabulary

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What is text evidence?

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It is the details and evidence that comes from the text that is used to support your analysis.

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What do you do when you paraphrase?

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Rewrite the author's idea in your own words making it shorter than the actual text.

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What is a quotation?

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Repeat the author's ideas word for word.

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What is a summary?

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Put the main points from the author into your own words in order to give a broad overview of the passage.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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Break the text down, pick out the big ideas, and identify reasons and evidence.

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What is the purpose of using text evidence?

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To support your analysis and arguments with specific details from the text.

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How can you identify text evidence in a passage?

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Look for specific details, examples, or quotes that relate to your analysis.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and summarizing?

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Paraphrasing involves rewriting specific ideas in your own words, while summarizing gives a broad overview of the main points.

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Why is it important to give credit to the author?

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To acknowledge their ideas and avoid plagiarism.

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What is an example of text evidence?

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A specific quote or detail from the text that supports your argument.