Citing Textual Evidence

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What is textual evidence?

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Textual evidence is a word-for-word quote from a text, such as an article or story, that supports a claim or argument.

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Why is textual evidence important in writing?

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Textual evidence is important because it provides support for claims, enhances credibility, and helps to persuade the reader.

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What must every quote include?

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Every quote must include quotation marks to indicate the exact words taken from the source.

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What is the first step in writing a paragraph that includes textual evidence?

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The first step is to restate the question or prompt to clarify the focus of the paragraph.

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How can you effectively integrate a quote into your writing?

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You can effectively integrate a quote by introducing it with a signal phrase, providing context, and explaining its relevance.

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What is a signal phrase?

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A signal phrase is a phrase that introduces a quote, indicating who is speaking or the source of the information.

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What does it mean to analyze textual evidence?

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To analyze textual evidence means to examine the quote and explain how it supports your argument or claim.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and quoting?

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Paraphrasing involves rewording the original text in your own words, while quoting involves using the exact words from the source.

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What is the purpose of citing sources?

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The purpose of citing sources is to give credit to the original authors, avoid plagiarism, and allow readers to locate the original material.

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What is an example of a quote that supports an argument?

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An example of a quote that supports an argument is: 'Franchesca had an even happier result when she put away her phone' (Smith 6), which illustrates the benefits of turning off cell phones during meals.