Explain Evidence & Reasoning: Fiction/Drama - AP English Literature and Composition
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Which option best indicates a causal reasoning link: “for example” or “therefore”?
Which option best indicates a causal reasoning link: “for example” or “therefore”?
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“Therefore”. "Therefore" shows cause-effect; "for example" just illustrates.
“Therefore”. "Therefore" shows cause-effect; "for example" just illustrates.
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Identify the best evidence choice to support a claim about tone: plot events or diction and imagery?
Identify the best evidence choice to support a claim about tone: plot events or diction and imagery?
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Diction and imagery. Word choice and figurative language directly create tone.
Diction and imagery. Word choice and figurative language directly create tone.
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Which option best signals that you are explaining evidence (not summarizing): “This shows” or “This happens”?
Which option best signals that you are explaining evidence (not summarizing): “This shows” or “This happens”?
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“This shows”. "Shows" indicates analysis; "happens" merely summarizes.
“This shows”. "Shows" indicates analysis; "happens" merely summarizes.
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What is the best definition of a line of reasoning in literary analysis?
What is the best definition of a line of reasoning in literary analysis?
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A logical sequence linking claim, evidence, and commentary to a conclusion. Connects each analytical step to build a coherent argument.
A logical sequence linking claim, evidence, and commentary to a conclusion. Connects each analytical step to build a coherent argument.
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What is the key function of commentary after presenting evidence?
What is the key function of commentary after presenting evidence?
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To explain how the evidence logically supports the claim. Commentary bridges the gap between what text says and what it means.
To explain how the evidence logically supports the claim. Commentary bridges the gap between what text says and what it means.
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Which option best distinguishes evidence from commentary in a paragraph?
Which option best distinguishes evidence from commentary in a paragraph?
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Evidence shows; commentary explains significance and connection to the claim. Evidence provides proof; commentary interprets that proof.
Evidence shows; commentary explains significance and connection to the claim. Evidence provides proof; commentary interprets that proof.
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Identify the term for reasoning that assumes what it must prove (a logical loop).
Identify the term for reasoning that assumes what it must prove (a logical loop).
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Circular reasoning. Uses the conclusion as evidence, creating faulty logic.
Circular reasoning. Uses the conclusion as evidence, creating faulty logic.
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Identify the flaw when a writer makes a broad claim from too little textual support.
Identify the flaw when a writer makes a broad claim from too little textual support.
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Hasty generalization. Draws sweeping conclusions from insufficient examples.
Hasty generalization. Draws sweeping conclusions from insufficient examples.
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What is the most accurate definition of a warrant in an evidence-based argument?
What is the most accurate definition of a warrant in an evidence-based argument?
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The implicit logic that connects evidence to the claim. The unstated assumption that makes evidence relevant to the claim.
The implicit logic that connects evidence to the claim. The unstated assumption that makes evidence relevant to the claim.
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Identify the best evidence type to support a claim about tone in a passage.
Identify the best evidence type to support a claim about tone in a passage.
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Diction, syntax, imagery, and connotation that create the tone. Word choice and structure reveal the author's attitude.
Diction, syntax, imagery, and connotation that create the tone. Word choice and structure reveal the author's attitude.
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Which option best indicates that evidence supports reasoning through cause-and-effect?
Which option best indicates that evidence supports reasoning through cause-and-effect?
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It shows how a textual choice leads to a specific meaning or outcome. Causal analysis links authorial choices to their effects.
It shows how a textual choice leads to a specific meaning or outcome. Causal analysis links authorial choices to their effects.
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Which option best defines sufficient evidence in a literary argument?
Which option best defines sufficient evidence in a literary argument?
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Enough high-quality textual support to make the claim convincing. Quality and quantity of evidence must adequately prove the claim.
Enough high-quality textual support to make the claim convincing. Quality and quantity of evidence must adequately prove the claim.
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What is the best definition of relevance when selecting evidence for a claim?
What is the best definition of relevance when selecting evidence for a claim?
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The evidence directly bears on the specific claim being argued. Evidence must directly address the specific point being made.
The evidence directly bears on the specific claim being argued. Evidence must directly address the specific point being made.
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Which option best strengthens reasoning: add a second quote or explain the existing quote’s significance?
Which option best strengthens reasoning: add a second quote or explain the existing quote’s significance?
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Explain the existing quote’s significance. Analysis depth matters more than evidence quantity.
Explain the existing quote’s significance. Analysis depth matters more than evidence quantity.
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Identify the best revision goal if a paragraph contains evidence but no explanation of its meaning.
Identify the best revision goal if a paragraph contains evidence but no explanation of its meaning.
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Add commentary that links evidence to the claim. Evidence alone doesn't prove; it needs interpretive connection.
Add commentary that links evidence to the claim. Evidence alone doesn't prove; it needs interpretive connection.
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What is the term for acknowledging a plausible alternative reading and responding to it?
What is the term for acknowledging a plausible alternative reading and responding to it?
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Counterargument and rebuttal. Strengthens argument by addressing opposing interpretations.
Counterargument and rebuttal. Strengthens argument by addressing opposing interpretations.
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Which option is commentary rather than summary: “He leaves the room” or “His exit signals avoidance of guilt”?
Which option is commentary rather than summary: “He leaves the room” or “His exit signals avoidance of guilt”?
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“His exit signals avoidance of guilt”. Commentary interprets meaning; summary just restates facts.
“His exit signals avoidance of guilt”. Commentary interprets meaning; summary just restates facts.
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Identify the logical flaw: A paragraph uses a quote about setting to prove a claim about character morality.
Identify the logical flaw: A paragraph uses a quote about setting to prove a claim about character morality.
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Irrelevant evidence. Evidence must directly relate to the claim being made.
Irrelevant evidence. Evidence must directly relate to the claim being made.
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Find the missing step: Claim → Evidence → ____ (to show how the evidence supports the claim).
Find the missing step: Claim → Evidence → ____ (to show how the evidence supports the claim).
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Commentary (reasoning/warrant). Commentary explains how evidence proves the claim.
Commentary (reasoning/warrant). Commentary explains how evidence proves the claim.
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Identify the best fix if a quote is dropped into a paragraph without context or analysis.
Identify the best fix if a quote is dropped into a paragraph without context or analysis.
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Embed the quote and add commentary connecting it to the claim. Integration and analysis prevent isolated, unexplained quotes.
Embed the quote and add commentary connecting it to the claim. Integration and analysis prevent isolated, unexplained quotes.
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Which option is the strongest link to reasoning: “This is important” or “This reveals the character’s motive”?
Which option is the strongest link to reasoning: “This is important” or “This reveals the character’s motive”?
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“This reveals the character’s motive”. Specific interpretation beats vague importance claims.
“This reveals the character’s motive”. Specific interpretation beats vague importance claims.
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Identify the problem: The commentary repeats the quote in new words but adds no interpretation.
Identify the problem: The commentary repeats the quote in new words but adds no interpretation.
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Paraphrase masquerading as analysis. True analysis adds insight beyond restating content.
Paraphrase masquerading as analysis. True analysis adds insight beyond restating content.
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What is the definition of evidence in a literary line of reasoning?
What is the definition of evidence in a literary line of reasoning?
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Specific textual details used to support a claim. Evidence must be concrete references from the text, not generalizations.
Specific textual details used to support a claim. Evidence must be concrete references from the text, not generalizations.
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What is the most accurate definition of warrant in an evidence-based argument?
What is the most accurate definition of warrant in an evidence-based argument?
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The stated or implied logic connecting evidence to the claim. Warrant bridges the gap between evidence and claim.
The stated or implied logic connecting evidence to the claim. Warrant bridges the gap between evidence and claim.
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What is the term for a claim that is specific, arguable, and text-based?
What is the term for a claim that is specific, arguable, and text-based?
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Defensible thesis. Must be provable, debatable, and rooted in textual analysis.
Defensible thesis. Must be provable, debatable, and rooted in textual analysis.
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What is the primary purpose of embedding a quotation within your own sentence?
What is the primary purpose of embedding a quotation within your own sentence?
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To integrate evidence smoothly into the argument’s syntax. Embedding creates grammatical flow and contextualizes quotes.
To integrate evidence smoothly into the argument’s syntax. Embedding creates grammatical flow and contextualizes quotes.
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Identify the term for evidence that directly addresses the claim’s key words and scope.
Identify the term for evidence that directly addresses the claim’s key words and scope.
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Relevant evidence. Evidence must match the claim's specific focus and terms.
Relevant evidence. Evidence must match the claim's specific focus and terms.
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What is the best description of commentary in AP Lit writing?
What is the best description of commentary in AP Lit writing?
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Explanation of how evidence proves the claim and why it matters. Commentary interprets evidence and connects it to the thesis.
Explanation of how evidence proves the claim and why it matters. Commentary interprets evidence and connects it to the thesis.
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Which option is the strongest evidence for a claim: summary, paraphrase, or precise quotation?
Which option is the strongest evidence for a claim: summary, paraphrase, or precise quotation?
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Precise quotation. Direct quotes provide exact textual proof, unlike paraphrases.
Precise quotation. Direct quotes provide exact textual proof, unlike paraphrases.
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What is the definition of a line of reasoning in literary analysis?
What is the definition of a line of reasoning in literary analysis?
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A logical sequence linking claim, evidence, and conclusions. Reasoning connects parts systematically to build understanding.
A logical sequence linking claim, evidence, and conclusions. Reasoning connects parts systematically to build understanding.
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