Textual Evidence Review

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What is an inference?

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A conclusion based off of facts and reasoning.

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What does explicit mean in the context of textual evidence?

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Evidence that is directly stated in the text.

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What is the difference between explicit and implicit evidence?

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Explicit evidence is directly stated, while implicit evidence is suggested or inferred.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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Context clues provide hints or information that help readers deduce meanings of unfamiliar words or concepts.

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What is the purpose of textual evidence in an argument?

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Textual evidence supports claims and provides credibility to arguments.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To examine the text closely to understand its meaning, structure, and the author's intent.

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What is a claim in writing?

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

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How can one identify the main idea of a passage?

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By looking for the central point or argument that the author is trying to convey.

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What is the significance of supporting details in a text?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples that reinforce the main idea.

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What is a summary?

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A brief statement that captures the main points of a text without including all the details.