Claims, Reasons and Evidence Quick Check
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Question
Which description defines a claim?(1 point)
Responses
an opinion based on facts
an opinion based on facts
a fact that supports an idea
a fact that supports an idea
a statement that explains a point of view
a statement that explains a point of view
an assertion that something is true
an assertion that something is true
How are reasons different from evidence?(1 point)
Responses
Reasons justify a point of view, while evidence supports an idea.
Reasons justify a point of view, while evidence supports an idea.
Reasons assert that an idea is true, while evidence justifies a point of view.
Reasons assert that an idea is true, while evidence justifies a point of view.
Reasons tell why something is true, while evidence defends a point of view.
Reasons tell why something is true, while evidence defends a point of view.
Reasons defend an idea as correct, while evidence justifies an idea.
Reasons justify a point of view, while evidence supports an idea.
Which statement is a strong claim?(1 point)
Responses
Apples are picked in the fall.
Apples are picked in the fall.
Apples can be eaten with caramel or peanut butter.
Apples can be eaten with caramel or peanut butter.
Apples provide a variety of health benefits.
Apples provide a variety of health benefits.
People like to eat apples.
Apples provide a variety of health benefits.
Writing that tries to convince others to agree with your opinion on a topic is which kind of writing?(1 point)
Responses
narrative
narrative
informative
informative
expository
expository
persuasive
persuasive
What is a strong claim supported by?(1 point)
Responses
opinions and facts
opinions and facts
argument and evidence
argument and evidence
reasons and evidence
reasons and evidence
opinions and reasons