Reading Skills - Textual Evidence

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What is the definition of support in reading skills?

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Back up an answer with details. Prove. Provide evidence.

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What does explicit mean?

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Stated clearly.

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What is textual evidence?

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Textual evidence refers to the details, quotes, or examples from a text that support an argument or claim.

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What is the purpose of using textual evidence in writing?

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To strengthen arguments and provide proof for claims made.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is the difference between a summary and a paraphrase?

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A summary condenses the main ideas of a text, while a paraphrase restates specific information in different words.

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What is an example of implicit information?

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Information that is suggested or implied but not directly stated.

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Why is it important to identify the main idea of a text?

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Identifying the main idea helps to understand the overall message and purpose of the text.

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What is a claim in writing?

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A statement that asserts something to be true, which can be supported by evidence.

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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 purpose.