citing textual evidence review

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What is plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is the practice of taking someone else's work or ideas and passing them off as your own.

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When do you need to cite a text?

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You need to cite a text whenever you use someone else's ideas or work.

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What does 'implicit' mean?

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Implicit means something that is implied or understood without being directly stated.

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What does 'explicit' mean?

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Explicit means something that is stated clearly and in detail.

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What is an in-text citation?

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An in-text citation is a reference made within the body of a text to give credit to the source of information.

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What is a direct quotation?

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A direct quotation is when you use the exact words from a source, enclosed in quotation marks.

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What is paraphrasing?

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Paraphrasing is rewording someone else's ideas in your own words while still giving credit to the original source.

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What is textual evidence?

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Textual evidence is specific details or examples from a text that support a claim or argument.

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Why is it important to cite sources?

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Citing sources is important to give credit to the original authors, avoid plagiarism, and allow readers to verify information.

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What is the difference between implicit and explicit evidence?

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Implicit evidence is suggested or inferred, while explicit evidence is clearly stated in the text.