WorksheetsEvaluating Claims Review
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 4hrs 30mins
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1.
What is the meaning of resilience as it is used in paragraph 5 in "Are You a Loser?"
a)
to perform a task over and over again when one finds they are getting better each time they try
b)
to feel hopeless after hardship
c)
the ability to become strong, healthy, or productive again after something bad happens
d)
a character trait people must have to be successful in the real world
2.
Which evidence from “Are You a Loser?” helped you define the word “resilience”?
a)
“They probably felt humiliated, lost, and hopeless” (paragraph 4)
b)
“And that is the key to using failure to your advantage: the ability to ….” (paragraph 4)
c)
“This is called resilience, and it’s what can turn losers into winners.” (paragraph 5)
d)
“In fact, experts say that in terms of future success, resilience can be more important….” (paragraph 5)
3.
Based on the support provided in the article, which claim about failing is most valid?
a)
The best accomplishments come from failing first.
b)
Failing is a sign that you need to try something new.
c)
Failing many times can eventually build confidence.
d)
Everyone fails at some point in their life and it is nothing to be ashamed of.
4.
Does the author succeed in supporting the claim?
“They (experts) WANT you to mess up”?
“They (experts) WANT you to mess up”?
a)
No, the author did not succeed in supporting this claim because he/she did not include statistics to back up his assertion.
b)
Yes, the author succeeded in supporting this claim by using an example of a well-known inventor, Thomas Edison, who failed before achieving his goal.
c)
No, the author did not succeed in supporting this claim because he/she included too many opinions and not enough factual evidence.
d)
Yes, the author succeeded in supporting this claim by including statistics and a variety of reasons to persuade the reader.
5.
Which sentence shows unbiased, factual writing?
a)
“After all, it takes a lot of confidence to admit your own shortcomings.”
b)
“Lin spent hundreds of hours with coaches and trainers.”
c)
“That’s right. They WANT you to mess up.”
d)
“Part of being successful means having the courage to take a good, hard look at yourself and identify ways to do better next time.”
6.
Which of the author’s statements/claims is NOT supported by evidence in the text?
a)
“Sometimes it takes a while to get where you want to go.”
b)
“This is called resilience, and it’s what can turn losers into winners.”
c)
“With the right attitude, you could be onto something truly great.”
d)
“They might feel like the whole world is against them.”
7.
Which best describes the author’s bias?
a)
The author supports failing due to the benefits and lessons it brings.
b)
The author is against failing because it can lower one’s self esteem.
c)
The author is in favor of failing because it makes a person see their strengths and weaknesses.
d)
The author rejects the idea
8.
Which of the following best defines the author’s claim?
a)
The problem which people disagree about
b)
reasons and evidence to back up the author’s position
c)
When the author addresses the opposing viewpoint
d)
The author’s opinion on an issue.
9.
Which of the following best defines a counterargument?
a)
The problem which people disagree about
b)
When the author provides reasons and evidence to back up his or her position
c)
When the author addresses the opposing viewpoint & explains why his or her argument is stronger
d)
The author’s opinion on an issue.
10.
Which of the following would NOT be considered support for an author’s claim?
a)
Facts
b)
Statistics
c)
Emotional arguments
d)
Reasons
11.
TRUE or FALSE: An author must use a logical argument to back up his or her claim successfully.
a)
True
b)
False
12.
TRUE or FALSE: An author must use an emotional argument to back up his or her claim successfully.
a)
True. An author must always include an emotional argument to support his or her claim.
b)
False. An author should never include an emotional argument to support his or her claim.
c)
False. An author must have a logical argument but they may choose to also use an emotional argument.
d)
True. An author must use an emotional argument and avoid including a logical argument to successfully support his or her claim.
13.
Which of the following best defines a reason?
a)
Facts and statistics found in research
b)
Quoting an expert in the field to support a claim
c)
Using strong feelings, rather than facts, to persuade
d)
A general statement that supports the author’s claim or opinion.
14.
Author’s bias is best defined as…
a)
When the author provides an expert testimony to support his or her claim
b)
When the author cites research studies
c)
When the author is either in favor, against, or remains neutral when explaining his or her claim.
d)
When the author recognizes the opposing side of an argument
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