Reason and Evidence
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English
7th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What evidence supports the claim that 'The school should start later in the morning'?
The school should start later because students can use the extra time to study
The school should start later because it will reduce traffic congestion
The school should start later because it's more convenient for parents
Research studies showing teenagers' natural sleep patterns and the need for 8-10 hours of sleep support the claim.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Identify the claim in the following argument: 'Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor because it is the most popular choice among kids.'
Vanilla ice cream is the best flavor.
Strawberry ice cream is the best flavor.
Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor.
Kids don't actually like chocolate ice cream.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Identify the counterclaim in the argument: 'Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor because it is the most popular choice among kids.'
Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor because it has the most calories.
Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor because adults also enjoy it.
Popularity does not necessarily equate to being the best flavor.
Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor because it is the most expensive.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the definition of Reasons?
Statements that you find in a source.
Statements that go against your claim. These are the 2 counterpoints to your argument.
Statements that support your claim. These are the 2-3 main points of your argument.
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CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.6.8
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the difference between reasons and evidence?
Reasons are big ideas, while evidence is specific facts or examples.
Reasons are very specific, while evidence is more general.
Reasons are true, while evidence is false.
Reasons are false, while evidence is true.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.6.1
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Why the writer believes his or her claims.
claim
counterargument/counterclaim
reasons
evidence
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RI.6.1
CCSS.RI.6.8
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Statements of logic that support a claim or belief are the...
Claim
Evidence
Reason(s)
Formal Style
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
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