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TEXTUAL EVIDENCES

It is an evidence/proof used to support an argument/position. It is derived from reading and drawing from other text. It
could be provided in the form of quotation, paraphrase, descriptions of theory, etc. Its importance is in the detail, and in
paying attention to the detail in words and intent.

Like I said, it supports. The things it supports are the main point or the points throughout the story.

Any time an author makes a claim about something, it’s important they have text evidence, because when they just
make a claim, it’s not very credible. They add text evidence to it to back up that claim, maybe give a statistic, or tell
something else to back up the main point or points throughout the story. Text evidence also helps the reader draw a
conclusion; it leads to the conclusion throughout the story.

It’s also important that this text evidence is descriptive, because, again, main points and points are vague, so it’s
important to have something very descriptive. It’s also important that they’re factual, because, since the text evidence is
backing up or supporting the main points and points, it’s important that these this text evidence is factual, so that it’s
actually credibly backing up the main points and points throughout the story.

FUNCTION OF EVIDENCES

When writing something about literature, or writing about a particular text, a writer needs to strengthen his discussion
by providing powerful answers from the text as evidence of the questions he raises. It is not enough to just simply drop
in quotations around the text and expect their relevance and importance of his arguments to be self-evident.

The fact is that simply making a claim and making an argument does nothing to convince the audience. The audience will
only believe what the writer or the speaker has to say if he proffers strong evidence to back up his arguments.
Therefore, evidence not only helps the writer convince his readers, but also persuades them to feel sympathy, or to
support his argument. Mostly political speakers, research writers, and editorial writers use evidence extensively to turn
public opinion for or against some issue.

Definition of Assertion

When someone makes a statement investing his strong belief in it, as if it is true, though it may not be, he is making an
assertion. Assertion is a stylistic approach or technique involving a strong declaration, a forceful or confident and
positive statement regarding a belief or a fact. Often, it is without proof or any support. Its purpose is to express ideas or
feelings directly, for instance, “I have put my every effort to complete this task today.”An assertion is a declaration that's
made emphatically, especially as part of an argument or as if it's to be understood as a statement of fact.

To assert is to state with force. So if someone makes an assertion, they’re not just trying out an idea — they really mean
it. An assertion can also be an act that seems to make a statement without words. When your dog urinates in multiple
places up and down your block, he's making an assertion of his dominance (also called "marking") over his "territory."

a declaration that is made emphatically (as if no supporting evidence were necessary)

declaration - a statement that is emphatic and explicit (spoken or written)

the act of affirming or asserting or stating something

Synonyms: affirmation, statement

Type of: speech act- the use of language to perform some act

Definition of Assertion. When someone makes a statement investing his strong belief in it, as if it is true, though it may
not be, he is making an assertion. Assertion is a stylistic approach or technique involving a strong declaration, a forceful
or confident and positive statement regarding a belief or a fact.

Function of Assertion

The function of assertion is to let readers to feel that they should not disagree or dispute what they read or hear; rather,
they should accept the idea or notion as an indisputable fact. It has proved to be one of the best approaches for writers
to express their personal feelings, beliefs, and ideas in a direct way. By using this technique, writers can defend others’
feelings and rights if violated. This rhetorical style also expresses self-affirmation and rational thinking of personal
respect or worth. It is very common in various fields of life, like literature, politics, advertisements, and legal affairs.

TO HELP UNDERSTAND THE EMOTION OF THE SPEAKER AND THE IMAGERY OF THE IDEA CONVEYED. IMAGERY , CLARITY,
OR EMPHASES WITH THE HOPES OF ENGAGING THE READER.
Basic Assertion- Simple expression of standing up for personal rights, beliefs, feelings or opinions.

Example: When being interrupted, "Excuse me, I'd like to finish what I'm saying."

Empathic Assertion- Recognition of other person's situation or feelings followed by another statement standing up for
speaker's rights.

Example: "I know you are feeling angry and frustrated while you wait for a response. But, the best I can do is give you a
ballpark estimate of how long It will take."

Escalating Assertion- Start with a "minimal" assertive response... Other fails to respond... Gradually escalate the
assertion?-- increasingly firm without being aggressive.

Example: From the first example, "I know what you have to say is important but I really want to finish what I was
saying." "I really want to finish before you begin to speak."

I-Language Assertion

Description of behavior: "When you __________ ,"

How it affects you life: "It affects __________ ,"

Describe your feelings: "and I feel __________ ;"

Describe your desire: "Therefore, I would like __________ ."

Example: "When you shout the effect is I am unable to work with you and I feel angry. Therefore, I would like for you to
stop shouting and tell me what you want."

BASIC ASSERTION – is a simple statement of what you want and don’t want to happen. Basic Assertion is strengthened
by it’s simplicity. Too much detail or explanation complicates the request or stand you take. Basic Assertion is when we
make a statement that expresses our needs, wants, beliefs, opinions or feelings. This type of assertion can be used
everyday to make our needs known.

“I would like to go to a movie tonight.”

“I don’t want to have to drive carpool today.”

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