Citing Text Evidence

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What does it mean to cite a source?

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To use someone else's ideas and give them credit.

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What is another term for 'proof' in the context of citing text evidence?

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Evidence.

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Define textual evidence.

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A word-for-word quote from the article or story.

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What punctuation is used to indicate a speaker's exact words?

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Quotation marks.

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Which of the following is a correctly punctuated citation of text evidence?

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The author says, "One Radioactive Mutant Kitten can destroy 18 wolverines per second."

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Why is it important to cite sources in your writing?

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To give credit to the original authors and avoid plagiarism.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and quoting?

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Paraphrasing involves rewording someone else's ideas, while quoting involves using their exact words.

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What is a primary source?

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An original document or firsthand account of an event.

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What is a secondary source?

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A source that interprets or analyzes primary sources.

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What is the purpose of using evidence in an argument?

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To support claims and persuade the audience.