Explaining Evidence

What is the reason?

• The answer to the question in 1 complete sentence.

• Facts, research, or information that supports your claim.

• Explaining how your evidence supports your claim.

This indicates that the high sugar content in these snacks can lead to weight gain and tooth decay. Therefore, consuming too many sugary snacks can negatively affect a child's overall health.

This is an example of __________________________.

• Claim

• Evidence

• Reason

Is the example below a claim, reason, or evidence?

Ex. Dr. Shelnutt, a veterinarian, said that, "Dogs have a protective instinct. They can sense danger, and they will do what they can to protect you."

• Claim

• Reason

• Evidence

This is an example of ___________________.

• Claim

• Evidence

• Reason

• Example

Select the EVIDENCE sentence starters. (Select all that apply.)

• I know this because.....

• According to the text....

• Based on ______, I believe....

• This proves that......

What are the REASONING sentence starters? (Select all that apply.)

• This proves that......

• Based on the evidence, we must conclude that.....

• I know this because........

• In the text it said.....

I know this because Pizza Bros receives consistently high ratings and positive reviews from customers, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars. Customers praise their pizzas' “delicious flavors, perfect crust, and generous toppings.”

• Claim

• Evidence

• Reason

Which sentence starter is appropriate when you're explaining your evidence?

• This is significant because...

• The author states...

• The author points out...

• In conclusion...

Which is the appropriate sentence starter when you're citing evidence?

• The author states...

• This means...

• Because of this...

• In conclusion

The part of ACES where you give evidence from the text to support your answer

• Restate

• Answer

• Explain

• Cite