Defending Claims with Text Evidence

Read the following statement: "The author claims that implementing a four-day workweek increases productivity." Identify the claim in this statement.

• Implementing a four-day workweek decreases productivity.

• Implementing a four-day workweek increases productivity.

• A four-day workweek is more expensive for companies.

• A four-day workweek is not feasible for all industries.

In the article, the author argues that "renewable energy sources are the key to a sustainable future." Which of the following statements defends the author's claim using relevant text evidence?

• Renewable energy sources are expensive to implement.

• Renewable energy sources reduce carbon emissions significantly.

• Fossil fuels are more reliable than renewable energy sources.

• Renewable energy sources are not available everywhere.

Consider the claim: "Online education is as effective as traditional classroom learning." Which of the following challenges the author's claim using relevant text evidence?

• Online education offers flexible scheduling for students.

• Online education lacks face-to-face interaction, which can hinder learning.

• Online education provides access to a wide range of resources.

• Online education is more cost-effective than traditional learning.

The author claims that "reading fiction improves empathy in individuals." Which of the following statements supports this claim with relevant text evidence?

• Reading fiction is a popular pastime for many people.

• Studies show that readers of fiction score higher on empathy tests.

• Fiction books are often more entertaining than non-fiction.

• Reading fiction can be time-consuming.

Identify the claim in the following statement: "The author asserts that a plant-based diet is healthier than a diet that includes meat."

• A plant-based diet is less healthy than a diet that includes meat.

• A plant-based diet is healthier than a diet that includes meat.

• A plant-based diet is more expensive than a meat-based diet.

• A plant-based diet is difficult to maintain.