Text Evidence Practice (Set 1)

Front

What is text evidence?

Back

Text evidence refers to specific details or examples from a text that support a conclusion or argument.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

Why is text evidence important in writing?

Back

Text evidence strengthens arguments and claims by providing proof and support from the text.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What does it mean to infer?

Back

To infer means to make a logical conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What is a theme in literature?

Back

A theme is the central idea or message that a story conveys, often reflecting on human experiences.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

How can you identify the main idea of a text?

Back

The main idea can be identified by looking for the most important point or message that the author wants to convey.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is an argument in a text?

Back

An argument is a statement or claim that is supported by reasons and evidence.

Front

What is the purpose of a conclusion in an argument?

Back

The conclusion summarizes the main points and reinforces the argument, often encouraging the reader to accept the claim.

Front

What does it mean to support an argument?

Back

To support an argument means to provide evidence, examples, or reasoning that backs up the claim being made.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What is a counterargument?

Back

A counterargument is an opposing viewpoint or argument that challenges the main argument.

Front

How can context clues help in understanding a text?

Back

Context clues are hints or information within the text that help readers deduce the meaning of unfamiliar words or concepts.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4