Evaluating Climate Change Arguments

What is the primary purpose of Al Gore's speech as described in the text?

• To criticize world leaders for their inaction

• To urge immediate action against climate change

• To celebrate his Nobel Peace Prize win

• To discuss the history of the Nobel Prize

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CCSS.RI.7.2

What evidence does Al Gore provide to support the claim that climate change is a pressing issue?

• The invention of dynamite by Alfred Nobel

• The increasing levels of CO2 documented by scientists

• The awarding of the Nobel Peace Prize

• The history of the Nobel Prize

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CCSS.RI.7.1

What central idea is developed through Al Gore's reference to the "planetary emergency"?

• The need for technological advancement

• The urgency of addressing climate change

• The importance of political leadership

• The history of environmental science

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CCSS.RI.7.2

How does Al Gore use the example of Alfred Nobel's life to support his argument?

• By showing that Nobel was a scientist

• By illustrating the impact of personal transformation

• By highlighting the invention of dynamite

• By discussing the history of the Nobel Prize

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Which piece of textual evidence supports the inference that climate change is causing global disruptions?

• "The Nobel Prize was established by Alfred Nobel."

• "Major cities in North and South America, Asia and Australia are nearly out of water due to massive droughts and melting glaciers."

• "The distinguished scientists with whom it is the greatest honor of my life to share this award..."

• "We must abandon the conceit that individual, isolated, private actions are the answer."

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CCSS.RI.7.1

What is one of the central ideas in Al Gore's speech?

• The history of the Nobel Peace Prize

• The role of technology in modern society

• The urgent need for collective action against climate change

• The importance of individual achievements

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CCSS.RI.7.2

Which statement from the text provides evidence for the claim that climate change is a global issue?

• "The Nobel Prize was established by Alfred Nobel."

• "Millions have been displaced by massive flooding in South Asia, Mexico, and 18 countries in Africa."

• "The distinguished scientists with whom it is the greatest honor of my life to share this award..."

• "We must abandon the conceit that individual, isolated, private actions are the answer."

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CCSS.RI.7.1

How does Al Gore address potential skepticism about climate change in his speech?

• By dismissing scientific evidence

• By providing historical examples of environmental change

• By citing scientific studies and expert opinions

• By focusing on the benefits of technological advancements

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CCSS.RI.7.8

Which piece of textual evidence supports the inference that Al Gore believes in the power of collective action?

• "The Nobel Prize was established by Alfred Nobel."

• "We must abandon the conceit that individual, isolated, private actions are the answer."

• "The distinguished scientists with whom it is the greatest honor of my life to share this award..."

• "We are what is wrong, and we must make it right."

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What is one of the specific claims Al Gore makes about the consequences of climate change?

• It will only affect future generations.

• It is causing unprecedented wildfires and national emergencies.

• It is a problem that can be solved by individual actions.

• It is a natural phenomenon that cannot be stopped.

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CCSS.RI.7.8