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question 18 of 20 :
select the best answer for the question.

1. when recording textual evidence for an essay, its a good idea to

a. paraphrase.
b. rewrite the entire passage.
c. copy it directly from the text.
d. look for capitalization errors.
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Explanation:

To determine the best answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Paraphrasing textual evidence helps in understanding and presenting the idea in one's own words while avoiding plagiarism, which is a good practice for essays.
• Option B: Rewriting the entire passage is not efficient and may lead to unnecessary repetition or plagiarism if not done properly.
• Option C: Directly copying text is plagiarism unless properly cited, and it's not a good practice for recording evidence for an essay (as it doesn't show understanding).
• Option D: Looking for capitalization errors is part of proofreading, not related to recording textual evidence.

So, the best option is A.

Answer:

A. paraphrase