Evidence: Think, “He, she, it, they argue[s] …” statements. • Types: studies, definitions, images, quotations, others’ observations and suggestions • Function: Briefly note how you intend for this to help you defend your assertion. • Remember, when summarizing, paraphrasing, or quoting a passage, a source must be cited. • This is corroborated information, not your own ideas.6 Commentary: Think, “Thus, you, the reader, should now understand …” • Types: analysis, interpretation (“This means …”), elaboration,
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