Citing Textual Evidence

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What is the purpose of quotation marks in a quote?

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Quotation marks indicate that the words within them are taken directly from a source, showing that they are not the writer's own words.

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What is textual evidence?

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Textual evidence is a word-for-word quote or a specific reference from a text that supports an argument or claim.

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Why is it important to use textual evidence in writing?

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Using textual evidence strengthens arguments by providing proof and credibility to the claims made.

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What does a proper citation include?

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A proper citation includes the author's last name and the page number where the quote can be found.

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What is an example of a correctly formatted quote?

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"The only limit to our realization of tomorrow is our doubts of today" (Roosevelt 12).

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What should you avoid when using textual evidence?

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Avoid using made-up quotes or misrepresenting the original text.

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What is the difference between a summary and textual evidence?

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A summary is a brief restatement of the main ideas, while textual evidence is a direct quote or specific detail from the text.

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How can you integrate textual evidence into your writing?

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You can integrate textual evidence by introducing the quote, providing the quote itself, and then explaining its relevance.

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What is a claim in writing?

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A claim is a statement or assertion that can be supported or challenged with evidence.

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What does it mean to analyze textual evidence?

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To analyze textual evidence means to examine the quote or detail to explain its significance and how it supports your argument.