Lesson 8.5: Determining Textual Evidence

Question 1

defined as the details given by the author in order to
support his/her claims. It reveals the position of the writer and makes the reading more interesting.

Answer 1

textual evidence

Question 2

are details that strengthen, add variety or weight to any
argument.

Answer 2

evidence

Question 3

different ways to present textual evidence in writing

Answer 3

paraphrasing, summarizing, referencing, and quoting

Question 4

restating the text in your own words

Answer 4

paraphrasing

Question 5

stating in a shorter way the text and other relevant details
to support the idea,

Answer 5

summarizing

Question 6

mentioning a specific section in the text

Answer 6

referencing

Question 7

directly restating a part of the text

Answer 7

quoting