Evidence in Text - SAT Reading & Writing
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Identify a keyword that indicates a contrast in a text.
Identify a keyword that indicates a contrast in a text.
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However. Shows opposition or difference between two ideas or statements.
However. Shows opposition or difference between two ideas or statements.
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Which phrase would indicate a cause-and-effect relationship?
Which phrase would indicate a cause-and-effect relationship?
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As a result. Connects an outcome directly to its preceding cause.
As a result. Connects an outcome directly to its preceding cause.
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What is the purpose of citing evidence in an argument?
What is the purpose of citing evidence in an argument?
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To support or substantiate a claim or argument. Evidence strengthens your position by providing proof.
To support or substantiate a claim or argument. Evidence strengthens your position by providing proof.
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Choose a word that signals an example in a text.
Choose a word that signals an example in a text.
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For instance. Introduces a specific case that illustrates the general point.
For instance. Introduces a specific case that illustrates the general point.
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Identify a phrase that introduces an author's opinion.
Identify a phrase that introduces an author's opinion.
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In my view. Signals the author's personal perspective or viewpoint.
In my view. Signals the author's personal perspective or viewpoint.
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Which term describes evidence that weakens an argument?
Which term describes evidence that weakens an argument?
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Contradictory evidence. Evidence that goes against or undermines the main point.
Contradictory evidence. Evidence that goes against or undermines the main point.
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What is the goal of analyzing evidence in a text?
What is the goal of analyzing evidence in a text?
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To assess its effectiveness in supporting the argument. Evaluate how well evidence backs up the main claim.
To assess its effectiveness in supporting the argument. Evaluate how well evidence backs up the main claim.
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Which evidence type is best for historical arguments?
Which evidence type is best for historical arguments?
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Primary source evidence. Original documents provide the most authentic evidence.
Primary source evidence. Original documents provide the most authentic evidence.
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Identify the evidence type: 'In my experience, ...'
Identify the evidence type: 'In my experience, ...'
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Anecdotal evidence. Personal experience provides individual perspective.
Anecdotal evidence. Personal experience provides individual perspective.
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Identify the incorrect evidence use: 'All scientists agree...'
Identify the incorrect evidence use: 'All scientists agree...'
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Overgeneralization. Makes sweeping claims without sufficient support.
Overgeneralization. Makes sweeping claims without sufficient support.
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Identify the evidence's role: 'The data confirms...'
Identify the evidence's role: 'The data confirms...'
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Supports the argument with empirical data. Data provides measurable proof for the claim.
Supports the argument with empirical data. Data provides measurable proof for the claim.
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Find the evidence that supports this claim: 'Exercise improves mood.'
Find the evidence that supports this claim: 'Exercise improves mood.'
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Studies show regular exercise releases endorphins. Scientific research directly supports the mood claim.
Studies show regular exercise releases endorphins. Scientific research directly supports the mood claim.
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Which type of evidence is based on statistics and facts?
Which type of evidence is based on statistics and facts?
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Quantitative evidence. Numbers and data provide measurable proof.
Quantitative evidence. Numbers and data provide measurable proof.
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Identify the main benefit of using multiple evidence types.
Identify the main benefit of using multiple evidence types.
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Increases the argument's credibility and persuasiveness. Diverse evidence types strengthen overall persuasion.
Increases the argument's credibility and persuasiveness. Diverse evidence types strengthen overall persuasion.
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What is the first step in integrating evidence into writing?
What is the first step in integrating evidence into writing?
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Identify the relevant evidence that supports your claim. Choose evidence that directly connects to your point.
Identify the relevant evidence that supports your claim. Choose evidence that directly connects to your point.
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Identify the primary purpose of citing evidence in a text.
Identify the primary purpose of citing evidence in a text.
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To support claims or arguments with concrete details. Evidence transforms opinions into convincing arguments.
To support claims or arguments with concrete details. Evidence transforms opinions into convincing arguments.
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Which type of evidence relies on expert opinions?
Which type of evidence relies on expert opinions?
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Authoritative evidence. Experts lend credibility through specialized knowledge.
Authoritative evidence. Experts lend credibility through specialized knowledge.
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Which phrase indicates textual evidence follows?
Which phrase indicates textual evidence follows?
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For example, ... Common transition phrase introducing supporting examples.
For example, ... Common transition phrase introducing supporting examples.
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What question should you ask to evaluate evidence quality?
What question should you ask to evaluate evidence quality?
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Is the evidence relevant and reliable. Quality evidence must connect to the claim and be trustworthy.
Is the evidence relevant and reliable. Quality evidence must connect to the claim and be trustworthy.
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What is the advantage of using direct quotations as evidence?
What is the advantage of using direct quotations as evidence?
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Provides precise support from the original source. Exact words preserve the author's original meaning.
Provides precise support from the original source. Exact words preserve the author's original meaning.
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Identify the evidence type: 'According to Dr. Smith, ...'
Identify the evidence type: 'According to Dr. Smith, ...'
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Authoritative evidence. References an expert source for credibility.
Authoritative evidence. References an expert source for credibility.
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Which evidence type involves personal experiences?
Which evidence type involves personal experiences?
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Anecdotal evidence. Personal stories provide relatable, human examples.
Anecdotal evidence. Personal stories provide relatable, human examples.
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What is a counterclaim?
What is a counterclaim?
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An argument opposing the main claim. Presents an alternative viewpoint to consider.
An argument opposing the main claim. Presents an alternative viewpoint to consider.
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Which evidence type is used in this statement: '5 out of 6 dentists recommend...'
Which evidence type is used in this statement: '5 out of 6 dentists recommend...'
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Statistical evidence. Uses numerical data to support the recommendation.
Statistical evidence. Uses numerical data to support the recommendation.
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