Understanding Author's Use of Evidence

Miss Banks introduces a virtual learning session focused on understanding how authors use evidence and reasoning to support their points in texts. She explains the concepts of arguments, claims, and key details, providing definitions and examples. Students are encouraged to take notes and reach out with questions. The session concludes with an offer of support and a reminder of upcoming Google Meet sessions.

What is the main focus of the new standard introduced in the virtual learning session?

• Learning about historical events

• Understanding mathematical equations

• Studying scientific theories

• Explaining how authors use reasons and evidence

What are the two key elements authors use to support their points in a text?

• Opinions and arguments

• Reasons and evidence

• Facts and figures

• Stories and anecdotes

What is the purpose of an argument in writing?

• To summarize a story

• To confuse the audience

• To make a claim and support it with reasons and evidence

• To entertain the reader

How do authors prove their points in a text?

• By using colorful language

• By quoting famous people

• By providing reasons and evidence

• By writing long paragraphs

What is the role of evidence in supporting an author's opinion?

• To offer a counterargument

• To provide entertainment

• To confuse the reader

• To present facts that can be proven true

What does the anchor chart help students understand?

• How to write poetry

• How to solve math problems

• How to draw diagrams

• How authors support their points with reasons and evidence

What is a 'point' in the context of writing?

• A type of font

• A punctuation mark

• An idea or claim presented by the author

• A mathematical term

Why is it important for authors to use evidence?

• To entertain the audience

• To confuse the reader

• To prove their points with facts

• To make their text longer

What should students do if they have questions about the material?

• Ask their friends

• Search online for answers

• Ignore them

• Write them down and reach out to the teacher

What is the purpose of the upcoming Google Meet sessions?

• To watch movies

• To discuss questions and provide further assistance

• To play games

• To learn a new language