Understanding CER Format Writing

What does CER stand for in writing?

• Context, Explanation, Result

• Claim, Evidence, Reasoning

• Claim, Example, Response

• Concept, Evidence, Reaction

Why is it important to use direct quotes in your writing?

• To fill up space

• To make the writing more complex

• To provide precise evidence

• To increase word count

What type of evidence is considered most credible?

• Common sense

• Direct quotes

• General knowledge

• Personal opinions

What should you do if unsure about the assignment length?

• Guess the length

• Ask the teacher

• Write as little as possible

• Ignore the length

Why is it important to know the assignment's expected length?

• All of the above

• To meet teacher's expectations

• To avoid underwriting

• To plan the structure

What is the primary purpose of a claim in CER writing?

• To conclude the argument

• To introduce the topic

• To summarize the text

• To answer the prompt

What should a claim not include?

• An answer to the prompt

• Evidence

• A clear point

• Specific details

What should you do if you struggle with writing your claim?

• Skip the claim

• Rewatch the video

• Change the topic

• Ask for a simpler prompt

How should a good claim be structured?

• Long and detailed

• Clear and concise

• Complex and ambiguous

• Simple and vague

What does a good claim use from the prompt?

• Only keywords

• No words

• Every word

• Some of the exact words