Evidence / Exhibit
| Your Use of the Source | About This Use | Example | Where it is Commonly Used |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argument | Arguments are claims (e.g. hypotheses or opinions) found in your sources that you will engage with. You may agree with the claim, argue it, dispute it, refine it, expand upon it, etc. | Usually are “secondary sources.” Examples: scholarly articles, books, critical reviews, literary criticism, and/or editorials. | Introduction; Literature Review; Body of your paper |
Tip
Remember that a source can have more than one use. For example, a journal article could include background information, exhibits, arguments, and methods.
However, some source formats are more likely to only have one use; for example, an encyclopedia entry is likely to only be a background information source.