A Complete Guide to Using Textual Evidence

The video tutorial explains how to effectively use textual evidence in writing to enhance paper length, improve grades, and avoid plagiarism. It covers four strategies: paraphrasing and citing, incorporating quotes into your own words, introducing quotes, and using block quotes. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of using textual evidence to guide writing and provides examples from literature, including The Great Gatsby and Hamlet. It concludes with a master class on quotation usage, highlighting the need for multiple quotes to establish patterns and support arguments.

What is the importance of using textual evidence in writing?

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Describe the formula suggested for fabricating ideas in writing.

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What are the steps to take after gathering textual evidence?

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Explain the difference between paraphrasing and directly quoting a source.

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What is a block quote and when should it be used?

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How can one effectively introduce a quote in their writing?

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What are the consequences of not citing sources properly?

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Discuss the role of evidence in establishing a pattern in writing.

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What strategies can be used to avoid plagiarism when using textual evidence?

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How does the use of textual evidence build trust with the reader?

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