Citing Textual Evidence Flashcard

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What is textual evidence?

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

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Why is it important to cite textual evidence?

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Citing textual evidence is important because it strengthens your argument, provides credibility, and shows that your claims are based on reliable sources.

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What does it mean to identify relevant textual evidence?

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Identifying relevant textual evidence means finding information in the text that directly supports the main idea or argument being made.

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What is a direct quote?

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A direct quote is an exact repetition of someone else's words, usually enclosed in quotation marks.

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What is a paraphrase?

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A paraphrase is a restatement of a text or passage in your own words, maintaining the original meaning.

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What should you do after citing evidence?

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After citing evidence, you should explain how it supports your argument or claim.

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What is the first step in finding textual evidence?

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The first step in finding textual evidence is to read and understand the text thoroughly.

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What is an example of irrelevant textual evidence?

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An example of irrelevant textual evidence is a fact or detail that does not relate to the main idea or argument of the text.

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What is the difference between relevant and irrelevant evidence?

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Relevant evidence supports the main idea or argument, while irrelevant evidence does not relate to it.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that captures the main points of a text without specific details.