Matching Pairs Types of Evidence Review (D)Online version Reviewing the Types of Evidence by Lindsay Hinkle 1 Examples 2 Rhetorical Question 3 Quotes 4 Eyewitness 5 Anecdotes 6 Statistics 7 Definition 8 Research a short, interesting story about a real person or event can add personal knowledge or experience Purposes: reflect, remember, caution, persuade, inspire, entertain Information that people say about the topic Can be an eyewitness statement Can be an expert or other people’s beliefs This evidence includes telling what a term means, especially a term that has special meaning. This evidence tells the results and findings of a scientific study. This evidence includes statement from people who have had personal experience or witnessed with whatever is being discussed This evidence is when the author gives a specific example to illustrate the topic under discussion. This evidence includes number information, such as percentages, survey results, etc. a question asked in order to create a dramatic effect or to make a point rather than to get an answer.