Question

what is the main role of evidence in texts? a. to support claims b. to make texts longer for readers c. to create engaging storytelling moments d. to demonstrate writing expertise which evidence type uses data? a. historical documentation b. personal stories c. statistics d. expert testimony weak evidence often: a. lacks proof b. requires expert validation c. contains complex data d. includes detailed documentation

Explanation:

1. Evidence in texts is used to back - up claims made by the writer, making option a correct.
2. Statistics rely on data for support, so option c is the right answer for the evidence type using data.
3. Weak evidence lacks sufficient proof to strongly support a claim, making option a correct for the description of weak evidence.

Answer:

1. a. To support claims
2. c. Statistics
3. a. Lacks proof