What is the purpose of citing textual evidence in a literary analysis essay?

Ato show the reader that the writer is knowledgeable
Bto provide the central argument of the essay
Cto support the argument made in the thesis statement
Dto improve the flow of the essay
Eto provide readers with multiple viewpoints

Verified Answer :

C is the correct answer.

I believe your answer is C) To support the argument made in the thesis statement.

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