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Author's Claim Skills

Authored by Jessica Cronise

English

4th Grade

CCSS covered

Used 6+ times

Author's Claim Skills
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16 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main claim of the author in the passage?

The main claim of the author in the passage is that climate change is a pressing global issue that requires immediate action.

The author claims that climate change is a hoax perpetuated by scientists.

The author argues that climate change is a minor issue that will resolve itself.

The author asserts that climate change is a problem only in certain regions.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Based on the evidence provided, why does the author believe their claim is valid?

The author believes their claim is valid because of their personal opinion.

The author believes their claim is valid because of a dream they had.

The author believes their claim is valid because of the weather forecast.

The author believes their claim is valid because of the supporting evidence.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.2.9

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RI.6.1

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which statement from the passage is a fact rather than an opinion?

The capital of France is Paris.

France is the most visited country.

Paris is the best city in the world.

The Eiffel Tower is beautiful.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Summarize the key points that support the author's claim.

Summarize the key points that directly back the author's assertion.

Provide a detailed analysis of the author's personal life instead of the key points.

List the key points that are irrelevant to the author's claim.

Summarize the key points that oppose the author's assertion.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the author use statistics to strengthen their argument?

By presenting numerical data that supports their claims or arguments.

By using outdated statistics that are no longer relevant

By manipulating statistics to fit their narrative

By ignoring statistics altogether and relying solely on personal anecdotes

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Identify the author's stance on the issue discussed.

Focus on the formatting and layout of the text to determine the author's stance

Analyze the language, tone, and arguments presented in the text to determine the author's stance.

Ignore the content and only consider the length of the text to determine the author's stance

Summarize the main points without considering the author's stance

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What counterarguments does the author address in the passage?

Relevance and significance

Cost and environmental impact

Social implications

Historical context

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