| A | B |
| MLA | style of writing |
| cite | quote as evidence for or justification of an argument or statement |
| bibliography | A list of the written sources of information on a subject |
| explain | make (an idea, situation, or problem) clear to someone by describing it in more detail |
| evidence | available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid |
| summary | a brief statement or account of the main points of something |
| paraphrase | express the meaning of (the writer or speaker or something written or spoken) using different words |
| inference | a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning |
| explicit | stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt |
| organize | arrange into a structured whole; order |
| justify | show or prove to be right or reasonable. |
| edit | prepare (written material) for publication by correcting, condensing, or otherwise modifying it. |
| revise | reconsider and alter (something) in the light of further evidence. |
| transition words | improve connections between sentences and paragraphs |
| coherent | (of an argument, theory, or policy) logical and consistent. |
| pertinent | relevant or applicable to a particular matter |
| adequate | satisfactory or acceptable in quality or quantity. |