Claim and Support Quiz

Which statement can BEST support the following claim: "Eating fruits and vegetables is essential for a healthy diet."

• People can stay healthy even if they never eat fruits and vegetables.

• Eating fast food every day is just as healthy as consuming fruits and vegetables.

• Fruits and vegetables are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, which are essential for good health.

Which statement can BEST support the following claim: "Education is important for personal and societal development."

• Education provides individuals with knowledge and skills needed for meaningful employment.

• Education has no impact on personal or societal development.

• Society can progress without any form of education.

Which statement can BEST support the following claim: "Regular handwashing is essential for preventing the spread of diseases."

• Handwashing has no effect on preventing the spread of diseases.

• Handwashing helps remove harmful germs and bacteria from your hands, reducing the risk of illness.

• Diseases are not spread through hand contact, so handwashing is unnecessary.

Which statement can BEST support the following claim: "Reading books is beneficial for intellectual growth."

• Intellectual growth is not influenced by reading books.

• Watching TV shows all day is more beneficial for intellectual growth than reading books.

• Reading books enhances vocabulary, comprehension, and critical thinking skills.

Which statement can BEST support the following claim: "Regular exercise improves mental health."

• Regular exercise releases endorphins, which reduce stress and improve mood.

• Mental health remains unaffected by physical activity.

• Eating junk food is as effective as exercise for improving mental health.

Which statement can BEST support the following claim: "Artificial intelligence has the potential to outperform humans in almost all intellectual tasks."

• "Human intelligence is a product of complex biological systems, and replicating it entirely in machines is a challenge that AI may never overcome."

• "While AI systems can perform specific tasks at a high level, the idea of AI outperforming humans across the spectrum of intellectual tasks remains theoretical and uncertain."

• "While AI systems can perform specific tasks at a high level, the idea of AI outperforming humans across the spectrum of intellectual tasks remains theoretical and uncertain."

Which statement can BEST support the following claim: "Government surveillance is necessary for national security."

• "Government surveillance infringes upon individuals' privacy rights and poses a threat to civil liberties, making it an undesirable and unwarranted intrusion."

• "Balancing the need for national security with privacy concerns requires strict oversight and accountability in government surveillance programs."

• "Government surveillance has been effective in preventing terrorist attacks and protecting the safety of citizens by monitoring potential threats."

Which statement can BEST support the following claim: "The use of genetic engineering to enhance human intelligence is ethically justified."

• "Ethical considerations should prioritize individual autonomy and choice, allowing people to make decisions about genetic enhancements for themselves."

• "Genetic enhancements raise ethical concerns related to inequality, consent, and the potential for unintended consequences, making it difficult to justify their use."

• "Genetic engineering can potentially eliminate genetic disorders and enhance cognitive abilities, improving overall human well-being."

Which statement can BEST support the following claim: "Electric cars are a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional gas-powered vehicles."

• "Electric cars produce zero tailpipe emissions, reducing air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change."

• "Gas-powered vehicles are equally eco-friendly due to advancements in emission control technology."

• "Electric car production and disposal of batteries have a higher environmental impact than traditional vehicles, making them less eco-friendly."

Which statement can BEST support the following claim: "The use of nuclear energy is a viable solution for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and addressing climate change."

• "Nuclear energy is highly unsafe due to the potential for meltdowns, nuclear accidents, and the long-term disposal of radioactive waste, making it an impractical solution."

• "Nuclear power plants produce electricity with minimal carbon emissions and can contribute significantly to reducing greenhouse gases, making them a viable solution for addressing climate change."

• "Renewable energy sources like wind and solar power are more effective and sustainable solutions for reducing greenhouse gas emissions compared to nuclear energy."