Citing Text Evidence

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What is text evidence?

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Text evidence refers to specific details or examples from a text that support a claim or inference.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is the purpose of citing text evidence?

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Citing text evidence helps to support arguments, claims, or conclusions with concrete examples from the text.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a logical conclusion drawn from available information or evidence.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is subjective.

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What does it mean to support a claim?

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

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What is a claim?

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A claim is a statement or assertion that something is true, which can be supported or challenged with evidence.

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What is the significance of context in understanding a text?

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Context provides background information that helps readers understand the circumstances surrounding the text, influencing its meaning.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that captures the main ideas or points of a text without going into detail.

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What is a main idea?

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The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey in a text.