Citing Textual Evidence

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What is textual evidence?

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Specific details or quotes from a text that support or prove a claim or argument.

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Why is it important to use evidence to support claims?

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Using evidence adds credibility and validity to the argument.

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What are some examples of textual evidence?

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Direct quotes, paraphrases, summaries

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How can you identify relevant evidence in a text?

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Look for information that directly supports or relates to the main idea or argument of the text.

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What is the difference between direct and indirect evidence?

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Direct evidence is evidence that directly proves a fact, while indirect evidence is evidence that requires inference or deduction to establish a fact.

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Paraphrasing when citing textual evidence

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Involves rephrasing the original information using your own words while preserving the original meaning.

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Why is it necessary to provide citations when using textual evidence?

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To give credit to the original source and support the credibility and validity of the information.

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Common citation styles for citing textual evidence?

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MLA, APA, Chicago, and Harvard

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How can you effectively integrate textual evidence into your writing?

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Introduce the evidence with a signal phrase, provide context for the evidence, quote the evidence accurately, and analyze the evidence to show its relevance to your argument.

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What are some strategies for evaluating the credibility of textual evidence?

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Checking the author's credentials, examining the sources cited, verifying the information with other sources, analyzing the language and tone used, and considering any potential biases or conflicts of interest.