Citing Text Evidence and Analyzing Text

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What is text evidence?

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Text evidence refers to specific details or examples from a text that support an analysis or argument.

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Why is it important to cite evidence?

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Citing evidence is important because it gives credit to the original source, helps avoid plagiarism, and strengthens the credibility of your argument.

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What is a central idea?

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The central idea is the main point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To analyze a text means to examine it closely to understand its meaning, structure, and the author's purpose.

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What is critical reading?

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Critical reading is an active process of reading that involves questioning, evaluating, and reflecting on the text.

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What is the purpose of summarizing a text?

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The purpose of summarizing a text is to condense the main ideas and key points into a shorter form.

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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 or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is subjective.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or main idea that runs throughout a literary work.

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What is paraphrasing?

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Paraphrasing is the act of rewording or rephrasing a text while maintaining its original meaning.