Textual Evidence

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What does 'paraphrase' mean?

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Summarizing what someone else said by putting it into your own words.

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What is the definition of support in writing?

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Back up an answer with details. Prove. Provide evidence.

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What best defines textual evidence?

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Information from a source that you use to support your own ideas.

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What does it mean to 'infer'?

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Read between the lines. Think beyond the text. What is the hidden meaning?

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What does 'explicit' mean?

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Stated clearly.

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What is the purpose of using textual evidence in writing?

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To provide support for your claims and arguments.

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What is the difference between a summary and a paraphrase?

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A summary condenses the main ideas, while a paraphrase rephrases specific information in your own words.

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What is an example of textual evidence?

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A quote from a book that supports your argument.

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Why is it important to analyze textual evidence?

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To understand how it supports your argument and to evaluate its credibility.

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What does it mean to 'analyze' a text?

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To examine the text closely to understand its meaning and implications.