Evaluating Evidence-Based Response (EBR)

Schools should have a longer lunch period. According to the article, “students often have less than 15 minutes to eat after waiting in line.” This shows that many students can’t finish their lunch before the bell rings. The article also states, “longer lunch breaks can improve social connections among students.” This means students could use the extra time to talk with friends and relax before their next class. Having more time to eat and socialize can improve both physical health and mental well-being. That’s why a longer lunch period would benefit students.

What makes this EBR strong?

• It has no evidence to help support their claim.

• They use two pieces of evidence that support their claim.

• Their evidence is not properly cited.

• They didn't use quotes around their evidence.

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According to the article, “students often have less than 15 minutes to eat after waiting in line.” This shows that many students can’t finish their lunch before the bell rings. The article also states, “longer lunch breaks can improve social connections among students.” This means students could use the extra time to talk with friends and relax before their next class. Having more time to eat and socialize can improve both physical health and mental well-being. That’s why it’s important.

What’s missing from this EBR?

• Claim (EBC)

• Evidence Based Term (EBT)

• Evidence

• Explanations

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Schools should have a longer lunch period. The article says, “longer lunch breaks can improve social connections among students.” This matters because having time to connect with others can lower stress and make school more enjoyable. Another piece of evidence says, “students who eat lunch without rushing are more likely to choose healthier foods.” This means a longer lunch could help improve students’ nutrition. Both social and health benefits make longer lunches a smart choice. Schools should make this change to support students’ overall well-being.

Why is this a strong example of an EBR?

• It mixes two different topics to help them answer the prompt.

• It uses two connected pieces of evidence and explains them.

• It has more than 3 sentences.

• It's too short

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Schools should have a longer lunch period. According to the article, “students often have less than 15 minutes to eat after waiting in line.” The article also says, “longer lunch breaks can improve social connections among students.” This means kids could use the time to play more games at recess. Games are fun and help students laugh. If students laugh, they will be in a good mood. That’s why schools should have longer lunch.

What is wrong with this EBR?

• The claim is missing

• Their explanation has nothing to do with the evidence

• They used one piece of evidence instead of two

• They didn't answer the prompt

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Schools should have a longer lunch period. The article states, “students who eat lunch without rushing are more likely to choose healthier foods.” This means they could eat balanced meals instead of grabbing chips or candy. The article also says, “longer lunch breaks can improve social connections among students.” This matters because friendships are important for mental health. With more time, students can eat better and feel more connected to others. A longer lunch would make school healthier and happier for students.

Does the author use clear explanations to help them connect the evidence back to their claim?

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

Schools should have a longer lunch period. The article says, “students often have less than 15 minutes to eat after waiting in line.” This means they don’t have enough time to eat their food. Students would be healthier and happier with more time to eat. They could also talk to friends. Longer lunch would help them focus in class. Schools should give them more time.

What's missing from this EBR?

• A clear claim

• Two pieces of evidence

• The EBR is perfect the way it is

• Explanations for their evidence

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Schools should have a longer lunch period. The article says, “longer lunch breaks can improve social connections among students.” This means students can spend more time talking, which builds friendships and reduces stress. Another piece of evidence says, “students who eat lunch without rushing are more likely to choose healthier foods.” This matters because eating well can boost energy and focus for afternoon classes. More social time and better nutrition are strong reasons for a longer lunch. Schools should make this change.

What's the author's claim?

• Students prefer to have longer lunches so they can hangout with their friends.

• All schools should start later so students can get rest.

• Schools should have a longer lunch period.

• Students who play sports outside of school should have longer lunches.

Schools should have a longer lunch period. According to the article, “students often have less than 15 minutes to eat after waiting in line.” The article also says, “longer lunch breaks can improve social connections among students.” Students need more time to eat. Schools should give them a longer break. That’s the best choice.

What would make this EBR better?

• Include a claim that states the author's opinion.

• Add one more piece of evidence.

• Add stronger explanations after the evidnece

• Restate the claim at the end of the EBR.

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Schools should have a longer lunch period. According to the article, “students who eat lunch without rushing are more likely to choose healthier foods.” This is important because better nutrition can help students stay focused in class. The article also states, “students often have less than 15 minutes to eat after waiting in line.” This means they may throw away food or skip eating altogether. With more time, students can finish their meals and improve their focus. A longer lunch would be good for both health and learning.

Is this EBR a strong example or a weak example?

• Strong Example

• Weak Example

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Schools should have a longer lunch period. According to the article, “students who eat lunch without rushing are more likely to choose healthier foods.” This is important because better nutrition can help students stay focused in class. The article also states, “students often have less than 15 minutes to eat after waiting in line.” This means they may throw away food or skip eating altogether. With more time, students can finish their meals and improve their focus. A longer lunch would be good for both health and learning.

What makes this a strong EBR?

• It uses two pieces of evidence and explains them both clearly.

• It's longer than 3 sentences.

• It uses a clear hook to attract the reader.

• It ends on a positive note.

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