Claims and Evidence

Opinion: It is best to play it safe and keep sheltering at home right now because of Covid-19.

Which evidence doesn't support this opinion?

• There are still many new cases each day

• It's hurting the economy for people to not work

• We still do not have a cure or vaccine

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Opinion: It is more important to stop climate change than to keep the oil companies running.

Which evidence supports this opinion?

• Many people's jobs depend on oil companies

• We use oil every day for our cars

• Burning oil creates gases that hurt the environment

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Opinion: We should stop making pennies as currency.

Which evidence supports this opinion?

• Pennies honor President Lincoln

• People will sometimes pay more for an item

• It costs more to make a penny than it is worth

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Opinion: Students should be allowed to use cell phones in class.

Which evidence does not support this opinion?

• Cell phones can be a tool to look up information

• Cell phones are easier to carry around than laptops

• Cell phones might distract students

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Opinion: The driving age for a car should be raised from 16 to 18.

Which evidence supports this opinion?

• Many 16 year olds need to drive their brothers/sisters around

• 16 year olds need cars to get to work

• 18 year olds are more mature and ready to drive

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Opinion: Children should not drink sugary drinks like soda.

Which evidence does not support this opinion?

• Sugar can lead to higher chance of sicknesses like diabetes

• Sugar is bad for teeth and causes tooth decay

• Sugar is found in many foods and is so it's not that bad

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Opinion: Zoos are good for both animal populations and human visitors.

Which evidence does not support this opinion?

• Zoos teach children about animals and to respect them

• Zoos keep animal populations alive if they are endangered

• Some zoos are cruel and animals are not taken care of

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Opinion: Immigrants and refugees should be protected and allowed to stay in the U.S.

Which evidence supports this opinion?

• The U.S. already has many people that need help

• Some people trying to enter are criminals

• Many women and children are in danger if they can not stay

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Opinion: The U.S. should spend money on space travel and going to mars.

Which evidence does not support this opinion?

• Space travel may be needed to save humans in the future

• We can learn more about the universe and how earth was formed

• There are already many problems to solve like homelessness

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Opinion: People should avoid playing video games.

Which evidence supports this opinion?

• Video games can improve hand-eye coordination

• Video games can help relieve stress

• Video games can be addictive and promote violence

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