Analyzing Arguments and Evidence

What is the main purpose of an author using evidence in a text?

• To entertain the reader

• To support particular points

• To confuse the reader

• To summarize the text

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.W.8.1B

Which of the following is an example of a factual statement?

• The sky is blue.

• Dogs are the best pets.

• Ice cream is delicious.

• Summer is the best season.

Identify the type of evidence used in the following statement: "According to Dr. Smith, a leading psychologist, children benefit from reading daily."

• Emotional Appeal

• Expert Testimony

• Logical Reasoning

• Anecdote

What is the role of statistics in supporting an argument?

• To provide entertainment

• To offer numerical evidence

• To confuse the reader

• To tell a story

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.W.8.1B

Which of the following is an example of logical reasoning?

• "I feel sad when it rains."

• "If all humans are mortal, and Socrates is a human, then Socrates is mortal."

• "My friend loves pizza."

• "The movie was exciting."

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CCSS.W.8.1B

How can an author use emotional appeal in a text?

• By providing statistical data

• By using facts and figures

• By evoking sympathy or fear

• By quoting experts

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CCSS.SL.8.3

Which of the following is an example of an anecdote?

• "The population of the city is 500,000."

• "When I was a child, my grandmother used to bake cookies every Sunday."

• "The Earth revolves around the Sun."

• "Water boils at 100°C."

What is the importance of identifying irrelevant evidence in a text?

• To make the text longer

• To ensure the argument is sound

• To confuse the reader

• To entertain the audience

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.SL.8.3

Which of the following statements is supported by expert testimony?

• "The sun rises in the east."

• "According to Professor Lee, regular exercise improves mental health."

• "Chocolate is the best dessert."

• "Summer is hotter than winter."

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.W.8.1B

What is the purpose of providing logically ordered reasons in writing?

• To confuse the reader

• To support the argument with clarity

• To entertain the audience

• To make the text longer

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CCSS.W.8.1A

CCSS.W.8.1B