Understanding Textual Evidence and Claims
Authored by Patrick Jones
English
8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does textual evidence primarily deal with?
Personal opinions and beliefs
Facts in writing and strategies to determine factual information
Debates and arguments without supporting data
Emotional appeals and persuasive language
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RI.7.1
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why do authors use textual evidence?
To create a more engaging story.
To present a position or thesis and support claims.
To confuse the reader with complex information.
To avoid having to do extensive research.
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of facts in a debate?
They are used to confuse opponents.
They are not necessary if the position is strong.
They serve as supporting evidence to prove a point.
They are only used in informal discussions.
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RI.7.1
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main difference between evidence and a claim?
Evidence is a statement that can be disputed, while a claim is a single fact.
Evidence is a single fact or set of facts, while a claim is a statement that requires further evidence.
Evidence is always verifiable, while a claim is never verifiable.
Evidence is used in debates, while claims are used in personal opinions.
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RI.7.8
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When evaluating textual evidence, what does the acronym PDF stand for?
Precise, Descriptive, Factual
Persuasive, Detailed, Formal
Primary, Direct, Foundational
Published, Documented, Final
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RI.7.1
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are statistics considered the strongest available pieces of evidence?
They are always easy to understand.
They use analysis to reach strong, accurate conclusions.
They are based on personal observations.
They are only used in scientific research.
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.7.8
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is testimony in the context of textual evidence?
Personal stories that may or may not be factual.
Comparisons between two different things.
Providing a set of facts based on expertise.
Opinions from non-experts.
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
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