What do literary analysis essays use as proof for a writer’s claims?

historical facts

encyclopedias and dictionaries

a variety of articles

passages from the text

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Literary analysis essays primarily use passages from the text as proof for a writer’s claims. These passages serve as direct evidence to support interpretations and analyses of themes, characters, and literary devices within the work. While historical facts and secondary sources like articles can also be included to provide context or support, the foundation of literary analysis typically relies on the close reading and examination of the text itself.