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Sources and Evidence in AP English Language

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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.

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Unit 3 Overview: Perspectives and How Arguments Relate

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