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Analyzing Textual Evidence in Academic Writing

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Analyzing Textual Evidence in Academic Writing

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What is the primary purpose of using textual evidence in academic writing?

To support the writer's personal opinion

To support an argument or thesis statement (correct)

To showcase the writer's knowledge of the topic

To add length to the written piece

Which of the following characteristics is NOT a requirement of good textual evidence?

Unified

Emotional (correct)

Accurate

Relevant to the central point

What type of textual evidence is considered the strongest in formal writing?

Statistical evidence (correct)

Historical evidence

Anecdotal evidence

Testimonial evidence

Who can provide testimonial evidence in a given field?

Both celebrities and experts/authorities Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of collecting testimonial evidence from celebrities?

To influence public opinion Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between statistical evidence and testimonial evidence?

Statistical evidence is based on data, while testimonial evidence is based on opinions Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of textual evidence in an argument or thesis statement?

To provide support and justification Signup and view all the answers

Which type of textual evidence is typically collected from experts in a given field?

Testimonial Evidence Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of statistical evidence in formal writing?

It is based on hard data presented as a percentage or number Signup and view all the answers

What is a key requirement of good textual evidence?

It must be unified and relevant to the central point Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using textual evidence in academic writing?

It provides specific support for the argument or thesis statement Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between statistical evidence and testimonial evidence?