Finding Text Evidence (Shorter Version)

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What is text evidence?

Back

Text evidence refers to specific details or examples from a text that support a claim or analysis.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

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Why is it important to cite text evidence?

Back

Citing text evidence is important because it strengthens arguments and helps readers understand the basis of your analysis.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

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What does it mean to infer?

Back

To infer means to make a logical conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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What is a claim?

Back

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

Front

What is the purpose of analyzing a text?

Back

The purpose of analyzing a text is to understand its meaning, themes, and the author's intent.

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CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

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What does it mean if a statement is supported by evidence?

Back

It means that there are facts, examples, or details from the text that back up the statement.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

Back

A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Front

How can you identify the main idea of a text?

Back

The main idea can be identified by looking for the most important point or message that the author is trying to convey.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What is a summary?

Back

A summary is a brief statement that gives the main points of a text in your own words.

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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What does it mean to analyze characters in a story?

Back

Analyzing characters involves examining their traits, motivations, and how they contribute to the story's plot.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3