Claim&Evidence Skills Review

What is the primary purpose of the author in writing a passage about teenagers?

• To entertain readers with stories about teenagers

• To persuade readers about a particular viewpoint on teenagers

• To inform readers about teenage development stages

• To describe the daily activities of teenagers

Which of the following best describes a claim made in an argumentative passage about teenagers?

• Teenagers today are more technologically savvy than any previous generation.

• Most teenagers enjoy playing video games.

• Teenagers need at least 8 hours of sleep.

• Some teenagers like to read books in their free time.

What is an example of a supporting detail in an argumentative passage about teenagers?

• A personal anecdote about the author's teenage years

• A statistic showing the percentage of teenagers who use social media

• A general statement about teenagers liking music

• A question about what teenagers think of current events

Which of the following is a context clue that might help understand a passage about teenagers?

• Definitions of technical terms used in the passage

• The author's biography

• A list of references at the end of the passage

• Illustrations of teenagers using technology

What inference can be made from a passage that discusses the challenges teenagers face with social media?

• Teenagers are incapable of handling social media responsibly.

• Social media can have both positive and negative effects on teenagers.

• All teenagers spend too much time on social media.

• Parents should ban their teenagers from using social media.

Why would an author include quotes from experts in a passage about teenagers?

• To provide evidence supporting their claims

• To make the passage longer

• To confuse the reader with technical jargon

• To share personal stories about teenagers

What role do anecdotes play in an argumentative passage about teenagers?

• They provide statistical evidence to support the argument.

• They offer personal stories to illustrate a point or claim.

• They serve as the main claim of the argument.

• They distract from the main points being made.

How does the author's tone in a passage about teenagers affect the reader's perception?

• It has no effect on how the passage is understood.

• It can influence the reader's agreement or disagreement with the author's viewpoint.

• It makes the passage more difficult to read.

• It provides statistical evidence for the author's claims.

What is the significance of citing credible sources in an argumentative passage about teenagers?

• It makes the passage longer and more detailed.

• It adds humor to the passage.

• It increases the author's credibility and strengthens the argument.

• It distracts the reader from the main argument.

Why is it important for an author to address counterarguments in a passage about teenagers?

• To confuse the reader

• To demonstrate the complexity of the issue and strengthen their argument

• To change the topic of the passage

• To weaken their own argument