Claims and Evidence Quiz

Which detail best supports the claim: Teenagers should not be allowed to drive.

• Teenagers in five states can apply for a learner’s permit when they turn fourteen.

• Drivers between the ages of sixteen and nineteen are three times more likely to get in a serious car crash.

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Facts, data, or quotes that you provide to prove your argument

• Claim

• Argument

• Evidence

• Counter-Claim

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A claim is...

• not written in a complete sentence

• a statement that can be argued for or against using evidence

• evidence for an opinion

• a true statement

Evidence is ___________________

• A statement or conclusion that answers a question

• Scientific data, quotes, paraphrasing, or statistics that support the claim

• A justification that connects the claim to the evidence

• Not vital when using an argument

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CCSS.RL.8.1

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Which of the following is NOT a claim?

• California is the best state in the USA because it houses important parts of American culture.

• Twinkies taste better than other snack cakes because of their texture, their creamy filling, and their golden appearance.

• The school year began in September and will end in June.

• July 4th is the best holiday of the year because the celebrations include the whole country.

Which piece of evidence BEST supports this claim:

Not having a father in the home can cause young boys to become violent young men.

• 20% of professional boxers grew up without fathers in the home.

• I knew a guy named Mike who grew up without a father and he was suspended from school five times for stealing.

• 26 of the 27 worst mass shooters in American history were boys who grew up without fathers.

• According to MSNBC, 75% of homeless men grew up without fathers.

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

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Opinion: It is best to play it safe and keep sheltering at home right now because of Covid-19.

Which evidence doesn't support this opinion?

• There are still many new cases each day

• It's hurting the economy for people to not work

• We still do not have a cure or vaccine

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

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Opinion: Students should be allowed to use cell phones in class.

Which evidence does not support this opinion?

• Cell phones can be a tool to look up information

• Cell phones are easier to carry around than laptops

• Cell phones might distract students

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

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Opinion: People should avoid playing video games.

Which evidence supports this opinion?

• Video games can improve hand-eye coordination

• Video games can help relieve stress

• Video games can be addictive and promote violence

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

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Is this a claim or evidence? Strong reading skills are essential for all students.

• Claim

• Evidence

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