Citing Evidence in Writing

The video tutorial teaches how to use evidence from a text to support responses. It explains the process of writing a constructed response, including analyzing the prompt, finding and judging evidence, and preparing and finalizing the case. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of citing evidence by rewriting it in your own words and specifying its source. It provides a step-by-step guide on locating evidence, rewriting it, and using phrases to indicate its origin. Examples from 'A Dog's Tale' by Mark Twain are used to illustrate the process.

What is the main purpose of using evidence from a text in your response?

• To summarize the text

• To support your opinion with proof

• To rewrite the text in your own words

• To make the text more interesting

What is the first step in writing a constructed response?

• Preparing the case

• Analyzing the prompt

• Finding the evidence

• Finalizing the case

Why is citing important in writing?

• It helps to make the text longer

• It makes the text more engaging

• It proves that your evidence is from the text

• It allows you to express your opinion

What is the first step in the process of citing evidence?

• Analyze the prompt

• Use a phrase to tell where you found it

• Locate the evidence in the text

• Rewrite the evidence in your own words

How should you rewrite evidence from the text?

• In your own words

• In a more complex way

• In the exact words of the text

• In a shorter form

What phrase can you use to indicate where you found the evidence?

• In the story

• In my opinion

• According to me

• In the summary

What specific detail is mentioned about Mr. Gray's actions?

• He ignored Alexis

• He adopted a new puppy

• He sold Alexis's puppy

• He praised Alexis

Where in the text is the evidence about Mr. Gray selling the puppy found?

• First page, first paragraph

• Second page, third paragraph

• Fifth page, second paragraph

• Tenth page, last paragraph

What is the final step in the process of citing evidence?

• Analyze the prompt

• Use a phrase or location to tell where you found it

• Locate the evidence

• Rewrite the evidence

What is the main focus of the practical example in the lesson?

• Writing a summary

• Citing evidence about Mr. Gray's actions

• Discussing the author's background

• Analyzing the prompt