Textual Evidence

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What is textual evidence?

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

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What does explicit mean?

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Stated clearly.

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Why is textual evidence important?

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To prove a claim.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To read between the lines and think beyond the text to find hidden meaning.

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What is the definition of support in writing?

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To back up an answer with details, prove, and provide evidence.

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What is the purpose of using textual evidence in an argument?

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To strengthen your argument and make it more convincing.

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How can you identify textual evidence in a text?

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Look for quotes, statistics, or examples that relate to your claim.

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What is the difference between a claim and evidence?

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A claim is a statement that asserts something, while evidence is the information that supports that claim.

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What role does context play in understanding textual evidence?

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Context helps clarify the meaning and relevance of the evidence presented.

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What is an example of implicit meaning?

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A meaning that is suggested but not directly stated in the text.