Text Evidence | Assessment

If I were answering the question: "Is Kayla a good student?", which of the following would be strong evidence?

• Kayla is 13 years old.

• Kayla goes to a Catholic School.

• Kayla enjoys reading, and does her work to her full potential.

The girl walked down the street with her head hanging down; She had just lost her first soccer game. What evidence helps to support the claim that she was upset?

• She lost her first game.

• Her head was hanging down.

• She walked down the street.

The water felt so good on such a hot day! I heard the other children laughing and yelling across the way. The concrete was wet from a group of teenagers splashing each other in the corner. The lifeguard watched closely to keep children from running.

Claim: The kids are at a public pool. What evidence supports this?

• The water felt so good...

• I heard the children laughing...

• The lifeguard watched closely...

I had finally gotten used to being weightless. It became a comfortable feeling. I especially liked floating by the window to see Earth below.

What claim can be made from this evidence?

• The man is an astronaut.

• The man is having fun.

• The man likes to float.

Many breeds of dogs are used for work. In many cultures dogs are used to herd sheep. The dogs keep the flock from being attacked by animals such as wolves. Sheepdogs are known for their loyalty and gentleness. Based on the text, you can make a claim that:

• Sheepdogs are not very smart.

• There are many breeds of dogs.

• Sheepdogs are trusted because of their loyalty.

• Wolves are afraid of sheepdogs.

Joseph and Caitlin were choosing players for their teams. It was Caitlin's turn to choose, and only Robert was left. Caitlin said, "JoJo"

We can make a claim that:

• JoJo was the best player.

• Caitlin wanted JoJo on her team.

• JoJo was not a very good player.

• Caitlin had a hard time choosing a team member.

What evidence best supports the idea: best friends are always there for you?

• Jessica and Jennifer always talk about Michelle when she isn't around.

• Jessica always makes sure to help Jennifer and Michelle when they ask for support.

• Jennifer and Michelle make sure to copy off Jessica's homework.

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It's a good thing we were all wearing seat belts when the turbulence hit!

Based on the text, which of the following most likely happened?

• A family was on a road trip and hit a pothole.

• A boat went over some waves.

• A plane had gone through a storm.

• There are not enough details to answer the question.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

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They weren't on the hook by the door and they weren't by her purse. Alison checked the pockets of the jacket she'd worn the day before, but they weren't there either. She looked at her watch and realized she would be late for work if she didn't leave soon.

What is Alison looking for?

• Her phone

• Her wallet

• Her keys

• Her charger

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Which sentence suggests that Joanna rode her bike to school?

• Joanna's hair was a little messy when she got to school.

• Joanna went four blocks on her way to school.

• Joanna crossed three streets on her way to school.

• Joanna had to put her helmet inside the classroom closet.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

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