Text Evidence

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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 a reader's understanding or interpretation of the text.

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Why is text evidence important?

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Text evidence is important because it helps to support claims or answers with concrete examples from the text, making arguments stronger and more credible.

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What does it mean to support an answer with text evidence?

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To support an answer with text evidence means to provide specific quotes or details from the text that back up your response or opinion.

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How can you identify text evidence in a passage?

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You can identify text evidence by looking for specific statements, quotes, or examples that relate directly to the question or claim being made.

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What is a quote?

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A quote is a repetition of someone else's statement or thoughts, often used as text evidence to support an argument.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that gives the main points of a text, without including all the details.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements in the text.

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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 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 context in reading?

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Context refers to the circumstances or background information surrounding a text that helps to clarify its meaning.