Choosing Evidence

Match the evidence with the correct character trait:

• Selfless

• "Squeaky you must win, you must win, you are the fastest thing in the world" (paragraph 23)

• Determined

• "if anybody has anything to say to Raymond, anything to say about his

  big head, they have to come by me." (paragraph 2)

• Arrogant

• I can always retire as a runner and begin a whole new career as a coach with Raymond as my champion. (paragraph 24)

• Protective

• "Mr. Pearson... he’s always dropping [things] all

  over the place with his clumsy self.

• Judgemental

• "no one can beat me and that’s all there is to it." (paragraph 3)

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Which evidence is the strongest to prove that Squeaky is hardworking?

• "Every time, just before I take off in a race, I always feel like I’m in a dream" (paragraph 23)

• (I correct him and tell him to write it down on

  his board." (paragraph 19)

• "You’d think they’d know

  better than to encourage that kind of nonsense. I am not a strawberry." (paragraph 15)

• “I stay up all night studying the words for the spelling bee. And you can see me any time of the day practicing running.” (paragraph 5)

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"But that’s chicken and I’ve got a reputation to consider." (paragraph 6) - This evidence shows that Squeaky is ​ (a)   ​

• proud

• protective

• pessimistic

• dilligent

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Tick all the evidence that shows that Squeaky might actually like Gretchen:

• "now she hangs out with the new girl Gretchen

  and talks about me like a dog" (paragraph 6)

• "I look over at Gretchen [a]nd I smile. Cause she’s good, no doubt about it." (paragraph 25)

• "...here comes Gretchen... breathing in steady time like a real pro and I sort of like her a little for the first time." (paragraph 24)

• "To the right, a blurred Gretchen, who’s got her chin jutting out as if it

  would win the race all by itself." (paragraph 23)

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CCSS.RL.6.6

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Match the following type of evidence with its example

• Information proven to be true

• Expert opinions

• A scientist speaking on climate change

• Statistics

• Percentages, averages, numerical data

• Facts

• A personal story related to the topic

• Anecdote

• illustrations of an idea

• Examples

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What type of evidence is being used in this example: "In 2008, 7.3 million people died of heart disease."

• Anecdotal evidence

• Logical reasoning

• Empirical evidence

• Emotional appeal

Answer explanation

Empirical evidence is evidence that can be experienced or observed. 

Scientific research is considered empirical evidence.

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What role does evidence play in supporting a thesis statement?

• It provides a distraction from the main argument.

• It offers a decorative element to the essay.

• It substantiates the thesis statement by providing proof and credibility.

• It weakens the thesis by introducing conflicting viewpoints.

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Which of the following best represents a piece of evidence that is both strong and relevant?

• A quote from a celebrity about a scientific matter.

• A recent study from a credible institution that directly addresses the topic.

• A popular opinion found on social media.

• An excerpt from a novel that metaphorically relates to the topic.

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Which of the following is an example of strong textual evidence?

• A quote that vaguely supports the argument but is taken out of context.

• A detailed statistic from a reputable source that directly supports the argument.

• A personal anecdote that loosely relates to the topic.

• A general statement that could apply to many different arguments.

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Which evidence is the strongest to prove that Squeaky isn't very "girly".

• "That’s right, Fatso. And the next word out of anybody and I’ll be their mother

  too." (paragraph 13)

• "I run. That is what I am all about." (paragraph 15)

• "my mother thinks it’s a shame I don’t

  take part and act like a girl for a change." (paragraph 14)

• "I’ve got a roomful of ribbons and medals and awards." (paragraph 24)

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