On a sunny day, Sam discovered a cryptic note in an old book. The note was filled with bizarre symbols and sentences. He turned to his friend, Brian, a language enthusiast, for help.
They began a painstaking process called 'close reading,' examining each word and symbol carefully, seeking clues. This is similar to what we call 'textual evidence' - details from the context that help us understand and interpret the text.
The note mentioned a 'hidden vault' and 'moonlight shadows.' As they dissected every piece of information, it became evident that the note referred to a secret spot in their school, where the moonlight hit directly at midnight.
Utilizing the clues as textual evidence, they unraveled the mystery. The hidden vault was under the school's oldest tree, and it opened when the moonlight cast a shadow over a specific stone. The discovery left them exhilarated and enlightened about the power of close reading and textual evidence.