Argumentative Test

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In the article "Cell Phones Raise Security Concerns at Schools" what is the author's claim?

• Cell phones cause distractions at school.
• Cell phones are only good in an emergency.
• Cell phones in schools can cause problems.
• Parents should make the final decision regarding cell phones.

In the text, the author says, "If thousands of students make calls at the same time during an emergency, that could slow down the phone system." This evidence supports what reason?

• It may cause harm if students use their cell phones during emergencies.
• People accused them of stealing more than $4,000 worth of cell phones and tablets from their classmates.
• Cell phones should not be allowed in schools.
• Only people in charge should have cell phones during emergencies

How does the author develop their argument about cell phones in schools throughout the passage?

• The author begins by discussing the benefits of cell phones, then explains specific problems like theft and emergency safety concerns, and concludes by suggesting schools carefully consider these issues.
• The author starts with a story about stolen cell phones, describes how students use phones in emergencies, and ends by recommending a complete ban on cell phones.
• The author lists multiple reasons why cell phones are harmful in schools and explains why parents should never give their children phones.
• The author starts with an explanation of emergency procedures, gives examples of theft, and concludes by saying schools should encourage cell phone use.

What evidence supports the idea that cell phones can cause schools to be less safe in emergencies because of people rushing to the school?

• In January 2012, police arrested 13 high school students in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
• All those parents might get in the way during an emergency.
• If thousands of students make calls at the same time during an emergency, that could slow down the phone system.
• When students use their cell phones during emergencies, another problem can be caused.

Which piece of evidence does the author use to support the claim that students need cell phones to communicate with their parents?

• Students can use their phones to look up the capital of a country.
• The office won't let students make calls home unless it's an emergency.
• Cell phones are a fair and equal right for students, just like for adults.
• Many students forget they have playdates after school and need to call home.

How does the author develop their argument that students should be allowed to bring cellphones to school?

• The author begins by discussing how adults use cell phones, provides examples of situations where students need phones, and concludes by criticizing the school's current policy.
• The author starts with a story about forgetting a play date, explains why teachers rely on phones, and ends by suggesting rules for limited cell phone use.
• The author lists reasons why students dislike the policy, discusses how cell phones can be distracting, and ends by agreeing with the school’s current rules
• The author begins with reasons why schools should ban phones, shares examples that the problems could cause and concludes by supporting the school’s policy.

What reason supports the author’s claim?

• Cell phones should be allowed in schools so that parents can reach their child any time they want.
• Cell phones should be allowed in schools because it makes life easier for students.
• Cell phones shouldn’t be allowed in schools because they can be stolen.
• Cell phones shouldn’t be allowed in schools because parents can get in the way if there is an emergency.

What is the author’s claim in the passage?

• Students should not bring cellphones to school because they can cause distractions.
• Schools should allow students to bring their cell phones because they are essential for communication and learning.
• Parents should only allow students over the age of 10 to have cell phones to ensure maturity.
• Teachers should provide students with cell phones for academic purposes during school hours.