Readers should evaluate each piece of evidence when reading a literary text to:
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To determine whether the text's narrator is reliable - Evaluating evidence helps readers assess the reliability of the narrator, which is crucial for understanding the text's meaning and implications.
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To verify the accuracy of their understanding of the text - Analyzing evidence allows readers to confirm their interpretations and enrich their understanding by checking historical or contextual facts related to the text.
These evaluations can enhance the reader's overall comprehension and engagement with the literary work.