Which term describes details in the text that support a conclusion?

• A. Tone
• B. Text
• C. Trace
• D. Textual Evidence

Answer: (D)

The main idea here is what words or details from a text we can point to that back up a claim we make. Those details, quotes, or events pulled directly from the text are called textual evidence. Using textual evidence helps show that your conclusion isn’t just a guess but is grounded in what the author wrote. For example, if you argue that a character is brave, you would cite moments where they face danger or endure hardship. Tone describes the author’s attitude, not the proof you use to support a conclusion; the text is simply the material you analyze; trace refers to following clues or hints rather than providing direct support. So the term that best fits is textual evidence.