Which of the following is a claim the author supports in paragraph 1? “The best things in life are free,” they say, which is true for things like libraries. However, it is not true for many museums. The Philadelphia Museum of Art, for example, costs $20 to get in. Traveling exhibits, such as the work of a certain artist that is touring the country, almost always cost even more. People must pay to get into the museum and also pay for the special showing. That means people who don’t have much money cannot enjoy the art.

Poor people cannot enjoy museums.

Museums should not charge extra fees.

Traveling exhibits should always be free.

Museums need more traveling shows.

What is the author's argument or claim?

Hip-hop should be taught as literature.

Hip-Hop is not appropriate in the classroom.

“The best things in life are free,” they say, which is true for things like libraries. However, it is not true for many museums. The Philadelphia Museum of Art, for example, costs $20 to get in. Traveling exhibits, such as the work of a certain artist that is touring the country, almost always cost even more. People must pay to get into the museum and also pay for the special showing. That means people who don’t have much money cannot enjoy the art. Most museums have “free days,” but these are usually only one or two days a month. If you’ve ever attended one of these, you know they are jam packed with people. It is hard to even see the exhibits when crammed into a room like sardines in a can! The thing is, people already pay enough for the privilege of living in a city. In addition, museums are supported by arts organizations and individual donors. They do not need to charge the public a hefty sum as well. They should be free for everyone, all the time. Which of the following evidence would support the author’s claim that“ people already pay enough for the privilege of living in a city”?

Examples of the fees people who live in cities must pay

A comparison showing which cities are the most expensive

Testimony from someone who cannot afford museum admission

An interview with someone who thinks museums should be free

When is evidence relevant ?

it relates to and supports the claim

it is supported by experts or statistics

Which of these is a well-written piece of evidence that proves students should be required to take a Foreign Language?

Learning anothe rlanguage improves students' vocabulary and grammar skills.

You will learn another language.

There is little evidence that many students achieve much fluencey in high school.

Why does the author mention the First Amendment in the article?

to support the idea that students have a right to express themselves.

to explain why yearbooks should be censored by school authorities

to point out why yearbook censorship is a controversial topic

to emphasize the importance of censoring all school materials.

Which line below is the author's claim or argument?

Authorities should not ruin this treasure by censoring yearbooks....

A yearbook is a special collection of memories that will be treasured by students for decades.

However some schools authorities insist on dictating what students can include in yearbooks.

Teachers often remove articles & images they feel are inappropriate.

Which of the following is NOT a claim?

The school year began on August 18 and will end on June 4

California is the best state in the USA.

Twinkies taste better than other snack cakes because of their texture, their creamy filling, and their golden appearance.

Christmas is the best holiday of the year.

Other than a few earthquakes in California, the West Coast has been fairly quiet in terms of geological events. That could all change any day now, as the West Coast is overdue for a “Big One.” The 750-mile long area from Northern California to British Columbia is called the Cascadia “subduction zone.” That means it’s an area where one plate in the Earth’s crust slips underneath another. The “stress” or pressure on such places makes it likely that big earthquakes will occur. Scientists have figured out that the northern part of this zone “ruptures” about every 480 years. The southern part, in Oregon and California, does so about every 230 years. In 1700, both parts of the zone had major earthquakes. That means a portion of the West Coast is overdue for a major quake. There is no question that such an event is coming; the question is when and where. Scientists warn that people should always have emergency supplies on hand, to be prepared when the “Big One” hits. The author tries to convince readers that a big West Coast earthquake is due by

showing the pattern of past earthquakes.

explaining that California has had a few quakes.

predicting what area will have an earthquake.

urging readers to plan for a possible quake.

Other than a few earthquakes in California, the West Coast has been fairly quiet in terms of geological events. That could all change any day now, as the West Coast is overdue for a “Big One.” The 750-mile long area from Northern California to British Columbia is called the Cascadia “subduction zone.” That means it’s an area where one plate in the Earth’s crust slips underneath another. The “stress” or pressure on such places makes it likely that big earthquakes will occur. Scientists have figured out that the northern part of this zone “ruptures” about every 480 years. The southern part, in Oregon and California, does so about every 230 years. In 1700, both parts of the zone had major earthquakes. That means a portion of the West Coast is overdue for a major quake. There is no question that such an event is coming; the question is when and where. Scientists warn that people should always have emergency supplies on hand, to be prepared when the “Big One” hits. How does the author help the reader understand the threat of a West Coast major earthquake?

By providing scientific evidence

By describing personal experience

By quoting specific science experts

By appealing to the reader’s emotions

Reality TV shows are very popular right now, but I cannot understand why. They are a waste of time and should be replaced with more worthwhile programs. You could get just as much value from placing a camera in a friend’s home. You could witness the family’s daily conversations and all the problems they deal with. Would that be a productive use of your time? No, because there would be nothing educational about it. It would also be mostly boring and not very entertaining. I believe there’s so much reality TV because networks don’t want to hire good writers to create something really worth watching. These programs are not creative. They just show life as it is, and you can get that without turning on the TV. Reality TV has nowhere near the value of other types of shows. For instance, a good comedy has a clever script and is creative and entertaining. Reality TV has no script. It is just people living their lives. I sincerely hope these shows are a fad that will soon pass. They are an insult to the viewer’s intelligence. In this passage, the author is mainly trying to persuade readers that

Life is more interesting than TV.

Which of the following is NOT a Claim?

The school year began on August 18 and will end on June 4.

California is the best state in the USA.

Twinkies taste better than other snack foods.

Thanksgiving is the best holiday of the year.

Which of the following is NOT a piece of Evidence?

Middle school students should have daily recess.

Over 95% of Americans celebrate Thanksgiving each year.

When surveyed, 98% of snack food eaters responded that Twinkies were their favorite.

The population of California has risen by 15% in the past five years.

Author's Claim

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which is an example of a strong claim?

Rock music is the best.

Drake is better than Tupac because I listen to him more often.

The music industry has taken a downfall, with artists copying each other and lack of vocabulary.

Mariah Carey is better than Beyonce because she is the oldest.

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.SL.6.3

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a claim?

To state or assert that something is the case.

Proof that something the author is saying is true

A fact about a topic

The available body of facts.

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CCSS.RI.6.8

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is an author's argument?

Description of a topic.

When two people yell at each other loudly.

A reason or set of reasons given with the purpose of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.

Facts about a topic

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.SL.6.3

CCSS.W.6.1A

CCSS.W.6.1B

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is evidence?

Facts that prove whether a belief or proposition is true.

Opinions that prove whether a belief or proposition is true.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does an author include reasoning?

To show you how smart they are.

Facts to prove a point.

To support the claim.

To support the evidence and show how the evidence supports the claim.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

A fact is...

A statement that is true and can be proven.

A statement that is a belief, but isn't alway true and can't be proven.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

An opinion is...

A statement that is true and can be proven true.

A statement that is a belief, but isn't always true and can't be proven true.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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Author's Claim

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Which is an example of a strong claim?

What is a claim?

What is an author's argument?

What is evidence?

Why does an author include reasoning?

A fact is...

An opinion is...

a point of view or general standpoint from which different things are viewed, physically or mentally

the writer's position on an issue or problem, usually supported by evidence

a cause, explanation, or justification for an action or event.

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