Citing Textual Evidence

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What is textual evidence?

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Textual evidence refers to specific pieces of information or quotes from a text that support a claim or argument.

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What is a quote in the context of textual evidence?

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A quote is a direct statement taken from a source, used to support a claim or argument.

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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 evidence?

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Evidence is information or data that supports a claim, making it more credible.

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What type of evidence is a statistic?

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A statistic is a numerical piece of information that can be used to support a claim.

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How can examples be used as evidence?

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Examples illustrate a point or claim by providing specific instances that support it.

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What is the difference between a claim and evidence?

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A claim is an assertion, while evidence is the information that supports that assertion.

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Why is it important to cite textual evidence?

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Citing textual evidence strengthens arguments and helps validate claims by showing they are based on reliable sources.

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What is the purpose of using quotes in writing?

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Quotes provide authoritative support for claims and can enhance the credibility of the argument.

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How can one determine if a piece of information is evidence?

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If the information supports or backs up a claim, it can be considered evidence.