Citing Textual Evidence

Why is it important to cite textual evidence?

• It makes the text longer and more complex.

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

• It allows readers to skip the reading and find the information elsewhere.

• It is a requirement for all academic papers regardless of content.

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

• If it is a widely accepted fact.

• If it supports or backs up a claim.

• If it is presented in a scientific journal.

• If it is an opinion from an expert.

How can one evaluate the strength of evidence?

• Consider the source, relevance, and how well it supports the claim.

• Only look at the number of sources available.

• Trust the evidence if it comes from a well-known author.

• Ignore the source and focus on the conclusion.

What is evidence?

• A type of physical object used in court cases.

• Information or data that supports a claim, making it more credible.

• A legal term for a witness's statement.

• A method of gathering information through observation.

What is textual evidence?

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

• Textual evidence is a summary of the main ideas in a text.

• Textual evidence is the author's opinion about a topic.

• Textual evidence is any information that is not related to the text.

What is a quote in the context of textual evidence?

• A summary of a source's main ideas.

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

• An interpretation of a source's content.

• A paraphrase of a source's information.

What role do statistics play in supporting claims?

• Statistics provide qualitative support that can make a claim more convincing.

• Statistics provide quantitative support that can make a claim more convincing.

• Statistics are irrelevant to supporting claims.

• Statistics only confuse the audience and weaken claims.

What is an example of a claim?

• "Reading books improves vocabulary skills." This is a statement that can be supported with evidence.

• "Exercise is beneficial for health." This is a general observation.

• "The sky is blue on a clear day." This is a factual statement.

• "Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius." This is a scientific fact.

What is an example of evidence?

• Studies show that students who read regularly score higher on vocabulary tests.

• Many people believe that exercise improves mental health.

• Reading is a common pastime for many individuals.

• Some studies suggest that watching TV can be beneficial.

What is the significance of using multiple pieces of evidence?

• It can provide a stronger foundation for a claim and address counterarguments.

• It makes the argument more complex and harder to understand.

• It allows for more personal opinions to be included.

• It reduces the need for thorough research.