Citing Textual Evidence

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What is a 'text'?

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Any book, newspaper, or print you read.

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What do quotation marks indicate in a text?

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They are used to show that a character is speaking.

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What does it mean to 'skim' a text?

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To read quickly through a text.

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What can you infer from a text?

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To make a guess based on the details in the text.

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What is 'citing textual evidence'?

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Using specific examples from a text to support your ideas or arguments.

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Why is it important to cite evidence?

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It strengthens your argument and shows that your ideas are based on facts.

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What is an inference?

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A conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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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 and structure.

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What is the purpose of summarizing a text?

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To provide a brief overview of the main ideas and key points.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.