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When does a quotation become evidence?
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When does a quotation become evidence?
When you analyse the choice in it and link it to your argument.
How long should quotations be?
Short and embedded — a few words, never long blocks.
The ‘dropped-in quote’ mistake?
‘This is shown when the writer says ‘…’.’ — quoting without analysing.
What follows every quotation?
Analysis of the choice — its technique, effect, and link to the argument.
Which criteria does good evidence serve?
A (understanding, backed by the text) and B (analysis).
Should every quotation earn its place?
Yes — cut any that don't advance the argument.
Embed or drop in?
Embed — weave the quote into your own sentence.
Long block quotes?
Avoid — they're rarely unpacked and waste words.
Evidence in one line?
Embed short → analyse the choice → link to the argument.
A quote left to ‘speak for itself’…
Proves nothing — analysis is what makes it evidence.
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