Find the Evidence

What does EVIDENCE mean?

• A statement you believe to be true

• An opinion

• An argument

• Proof that supports your reasons

Which evidence best supports this reason?

Reason: You can relax or have fun in the water.

• You can go fishing, build a tent, and camp outside.

• You can float down the river or swim in the ocean.

• You can ski on land and kayak in the water.

• Water is more fun than the land.

Mom called out as she walked in the front door. “Tommy,” she continued shouting, “I sure could use some help with these groceries. There was still no reply. Mom walked into the kitchen to put the grocery bags down on the counter when she noticed shattered glass from the window all over the living room floor and a baseball not far from there. “I’m so mad Tommy!” Mom yelled to herself as she realized that Tommy’s shoes were gone. What details can you find in the text that shows that the window was broken?

• There was glass all over the floor.

• A neighbor threw a ball through it.

• Tommy threw a baseball through it.

Based on the text, how do you know Paul works in construction?

• He has tools

• He goes straight up the stairs to shower

• His boots are muddy and his overalls are dusty

• He wears a hat

In real life, people who can back up an opinion about a text with Textual Evidence are taken more seriously than people who can only give a reason of “just because".

• True

• False

What is the primary purpose of evidence in an argumentative essay?

• To entertain the reader

• To provide proof for claims

• To confuse the opponent

• To summarize the essay

Which sentence contains evidence that supports the claim: 'Reading improves vocabulary'?

• Reading is a fun activity.

• Many people enjoy reading.

• Reading exposes you to new words.

• Books are available in libraries.

Identify the evidence in the following sentence: 'The sky is blue because it reflects the ocean.'

• The sky is blue

• It reflects the ocean

• Because it reflects

• The ocean

What type of evidence is used in the sentence: 'According to a recent study, students who read daily score higher on tests'?

• Anecdotal

• Statistical

• Testimonial

• Analogical

Which of the following is NOT a type of evidence?

• Statistical

• Anecdotal

• Hypothetical

• Narrative