Claims, Evidence, and Reasoning Quiz

What is a claim?

• A statement that is arguable and can be proven by evidence

• A fact

• A random thought

• A personal opinion

What is evidence?

• Personal belief

• Reliable information that supports or backs up your claim

• Random data

• Unreliable information

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

Why is it important to cite the sources of evidence?

• To verify the reliability of the source

• To show off your knowledge

• To confuse the readers

• To make the claim longer

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

What is the purpose of reasoning in a claim?

• To show off your knowledge

• To confuse the readers

• To make the claim longer

• To connect the evidence with the claim

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

What is the potential impact of overuse of smartphones on kids' mental health?

• Decreased stress

• Anxiety, depression, stress, and low self-esteem

• Increased happiness

• Improved self-esteem

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

What should you avoid starting your claim with?

• I'm sure

• I believe

• I think

• I know

What should you do if you can't back up your claim with evidence?

• Make up evidence

• Give up on the claim

• Ignore it

• Find reliable evidence to support it

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

What is the key to writing a strong claim?

• Using big words

• Making it longer

• Adding personal opinions

• Backing it up with evidence

What is a claim?

• A claim is a statement that asserts something to be false or fictional.

• A claim is a statement that is uncertain or speculative.

• A claim is a statement that is irrelevant or unrelated to the topic.

• A claim is a statement that asserts something to be true or factual.

How do you evaluate the validity of a claim?

• Gather evidence, analyze critically, consider alternative explanations, consult experts

• Ask a friend for their opinion

• Accept the claim without questioning

• Ignore the claim and move on

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1