Evaluating Evidence in Informational Passages

What is the purpose of a claim in a passage?

• To provide background information

• To list facts and figures

• To state the main argument being supported

• To summarize unrelated details.

What does "relevant evidence" mean?

• A) It is factually correct but off-topic

• B) It directly supports the author’s claim

• C) It includes all information from the passage

• D) It only relates to statistics.

Which type of evidence adds credibility by citing experts?

• Statistics

• Quotes from authoritative figures

• Anecdotes

• Historical examples

What is the first step in evaluating evidence in a passage?

• A) Look for quotes from experts

• B) Identify statistical data

• C) Compare irrelevant details

• D) Identify the author’s claim.

How does a comparison strengthen an argument?

• By showing how one option is better

• By providing historical context

• By adding quotes from an expert

• By introducing unrelated statistics.

A question stem asks, "Which evidence most directly supports the claim?" What should you do?

• A) Look for irrelevant evidence

• B) Find data unrelated to the claim

• C) Choose evidence that clearly backs the claim

• D) Focus on the broadest detail.

Which of the following is NOT a strong form of evidence?

• A) Statistics

• B) Familiar but irrelevant details

• C) Quotes from experts

• D) Logical appeals

Why is it important to eliminate irrelevant evidence?

• A) It makes passages more interesting

• B) It supports general ideas

• C) It helps identify the author's style

• D) It ensures focus on the claim.

What does the word "refute" in a question stem indicate?

• Look for evidence that disproves a claim

• Find evidence to support the claim

• Choose any relevant fact

• Focus on expert quotes only

Which evidence best supports a claim that upbeat music trends influence dance challenges on social media?

• Anecdotes from professional dancers about choreography

• Studies showing viral videos feature songs with faster tempos

• Quotes from influencers about their favorite playlists

• Historical examples of dances inspired by classical music