Understanding Claims and Evidence

Which of the following is a claim?

• Apples are red.

• Apples are the tastiest fruit.

• Apples grow on trees.

• Apples are a type of fruit.

Identify the statement that provides evidence.

• Dogs are friendly animals.

• Research shows that dogs can lower stress levels.

• Dogs are often kept as pets.

• Dogs have a good sense of smell.

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CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.4.5

Which of the following is an opinion?

• The sun rises in the east.

• Ice cream is delicious.

• Water freezes at 0°C.

• Birds can fly.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Which statement is a fact?

• Summer is the best time of year.

• The Earth is round.

• Chocolate cake is the best dessert.

• Cats are cuter than dogs.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Identify the reasoning in the following statement: "Eating breakfast is important because it gives you energy for the day."

• Eating breakfast is important.

• It gives you energy for the day.

• Energy is necessary.

• Breakfast is a meal.

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CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

Which of the following is a claim?

• The ocean is blue.

• Blue is the most beautiful color.

• The ocean covers most of the Earth.

• Fish live in the ocean.

Which statement provides evidence?

• Exercise is good for you.

• Studies show that exercise improves heart health.

• Many people enjoy exercising.

• Exercise can be done indoors or outdoors.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.6.1

Which of the following is an opinion?

• The Nile is a river in Africa.

• The Nile is the longest river in the world.

• The Nile is the most interesting river.

• The Nile flows into the Mediterranean Sea.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Which statement is a fact?

• Winter is the best season.

• The sun is a star.

• Pizza is tastier than burgers.

• Reading is more enjoyable than watching TV.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Identify the reasoning in the following statement: "Drinking milk is good for your bones because it contains calcium."

• Drinking milk is good for your bones.

• It contains calcium.

• Calcium is important.

• Milk is a beverage.

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CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1