Citing Textual Evidence Review

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What is the correct way to quote directly from a text?

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Use quotation marks around the exact words from the text.

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What should you do if you accidentally forget to cite a source?

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Add the citation to the source and acknowledge the mistake.

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What is an in-text citation?

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A reference to a source within the body of the text.

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What is plagiarism?

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Using someone else's work or ideas without giving them proper credit.

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What is the purpose of citing evidence correctly?

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To give credit to the original source and avoid plagiarism.

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What are quotation marks used for in writing?

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To indicate the exact words taken from a source.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and quoting?

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Paraphrasing involves rewording the original text, while quoting involves using the exact words.

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Why is it important to give credit to sources?

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To acknowledge the original authors and avoid plagiarism.

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What is a citation style?

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A set of rules for formatting references to sources.

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What can happen if you commit plagiarism?

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You may face academic penalties, including failing grades or expulsion.