Sources and Evidence in AP English Language

Definition

Sources and evidence refer to the information and data used to support an argument or claim. They can include primary sources, such as interviews or original documents, as well as secondary sources like books or articles.

Related terms

Sufficient Evidence:

This term refers to having enough credible information to support your claim without leaving any doubts in the reader's mind.

Attributing References: This term involves giving credit to the original authors or creators of the sources you use in your work.

Primary Sources: These are firsthand accounts or direct evidence that provide unique insights into a topic.