Exploring the CER Method: Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning

Missy Menace introduces the CER method, explaining how to identify claims, evidence, and reasoning in writing. She emphasizes the importance of using clear, academic language and avoiding phrases like 'I think' or 'I believe.' The video analyzes Leonardo DiCaprio's UN speech on climate change, highlighting his use of claims, evidence, and reasoning. DiCaprio's speech is used to demonstrate how to effectively support a claim with evidence and reasoning, emphasizing the human impact of climate change. The video concludes with an offer for further assistance via email.

What are the three components of the CER method?

• Claim, Evidence, Reflection

• Claim, Evidence, Reasoning

• Claim, Explanation, Reasoning

• Claim, Example, Reasoning

What should a claim tell?

• What others think

• Why you think something

• What you think

• How you know something

Which of the following should be avoided when writing claims?

• Using keywords from the prompt

• Using phrases like 'I think' or 'I believe'

• Drawing from personal observations

• Making the claim opinion-based

What is Leonardo DiCaprio's claim in his UN speech?

• Climate change is being treated as if it were fake

• Climate change is a fictional issue

• Climate change is a partisan debate

• Climate change is not a serious problem

What type of evidence does DiCaprio use to support his claim?

• Personal anecdotes

• Unverified opinions

• Information from reliable sources

• Speculative statements

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as evidence by DiCaprio?

• Droughts intensifying

• Oceans acidifying

• Methane plumes rising

• Increased agricultural productivity

Who does DiCaprio cite to establish credibility in his speech?

• A famous actor

• A climate scientist

• Admiral Samuel Locklear

• A political leader

What does DiCaprio suggest should be done to address climate change?

• Put a price tag on carbon emissions

• Increase government subsidies for coal and gas companies

• Promote free-market economy

• Ignore the issue

According to DiCaprio, what will happen if ecosystems collapse?

• The economy will die

• Nothing significant

• There will be more jobs

• The economy will thrive

What does DiCaprio emphasize about the climate change debate?

• It is not important

• It is a human debate

• It is a partisan debate

• It is a scientific debate