Argument Review

What is an author's claim?

• his or her argument
• the support for his or hew argument 
• his or her opinion

What evidence must you look at in evaluating an author's claim?

• the argument itself
• the support that the author provides to back up his or her argument 
• the author's opinion about that which he or she is arguing

What is the best way to determine the accuracy of eviddence provided by the author?

• Ask somebody
• Personal experience
• Look it up on the computer, any site will do
• Do your own research

Which of the following is the least acceptable piece of evidence?

• Statistics 
• Quotes from a reliable source
• Opinions
• Facts

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Emotional appeals (appealing to the reader's emotions) should...

• Never be used
• Be used sometimes
• Should always be used
• None of the above 

The author's evidence must...

• partially support the author's claims
• always be taken from a primary source
• directly support the author's claims
• all of the above

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Which of the following should you look at when evaluating the author's claim?  

• the author's purpose
• the sources that the author has cited
• re-read the author's evidence several times to make sure it sounds strong
• all of the above

58 million Americans are overweight. This number has been on a steady rise. Americans are exercising less and less. The Center for Disease Control recommends 2.5 hours of moderate aerobic activity each week, along with 2 days of strength training. Americans are clearly not abiding by these minimum recommendations. It is necessary for Americans to get more exercise in order to lead healthy lives. There is no good reason for healthy people not to exercise, but there are many benefits, including maintaining a healthy weight, relieving stress and lowering one's chances for certain diseases. 
Which of the sentences represents the author's claim? 

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According to the author's introduction, what points do you expect that he or she will be providing evidence for?

• how much exercise people need
• how much exercise one needs to maintain a healthy weight
• how much exercise raises everyday stress
• how exercise increases risk for certain diseases

58 million Americans are overweight. This number has been on a steady rise. Americans are exercising less and less. The Center for Disease Control recommends 2.5 hours of moderate aerobic activity each week, along with 2 days of strength training. Americans are clearly not abiding by these minimum recommendations. It is necessary for Americans to get more exercise in order to lead healthy lives. There is no good reason for healthy people not to exercise, but there are many benefits, including maintaining a healthy weight, relieving stress and lowering one's chances for certain diseases. 
Which of the author's statements provides statistical evidence?    

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