Research
This is careful study done to learn facts about a topic.
Research
Words taken directly from a source.
Quote
A claim supported with reasoning and evidence.
Argument
A book, article, or website used to find information.
Source
Restating information from a source in your own words.
Paraphrase
An opposing viewpoint to the writer’s main claim.
Counterargument
Facts, statistics, examples, or quotes used to support a claim.
Evidence
A short explanation of the main ideas from a source.
Summary
Explaining how or why evidence supports a claim.
Analysis
The position or opinion a writer takes about a topic.
Claim
Information that shows where your quote or idea came from.
Citation
A source that is trustworthy and believable is described as this.
Credible
This sentence clearly states the main argument of a research paper.
Thesis Statement
Using someone else’s words or ideas without giving credit.
Plagiarism
A personal opinion or preference that may affect fairness in information.