English

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Claims and Evidence

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  • 1. Multiple Choice
    1 minute
    1 pt
    Directions: Read the following excerpt from an essay. Evaluate the evidence that the writer uses to support the claim. Does the author provide evidence to support the claim?
    More protective gear should be worn by football players because many schools don’t use them. Kendall High School and Roberts High School both don’t use them. Two of their football players were injured during football games last year. Requiring more protective gear will make all players safe.
    Yes
    No
  • 2. Multiple Choice
    30 seconds
    1 pt
    A detail that is not needed is called _____ information.
    Bonus
    Important
    Irrelevant
  • 3. Multiple Choice
    1 minute
    1 pt
    Directions: Read the following excerpt from an essay. Evaluate the evidence that the writer uses to support the claim. Does the author provide evidence to support the claim?
    Establishing wildlife reserves is an effective way to protect endangered animals. According to the World Wildlife Fund, one of the largest animal protection agencies in the world, nearly 0.1% of animals go extinct each year. Raising animals in a protected reserve has proven results. Researchers have successfully raised Andean condors in captivity for 70 years in captivity. In the wild, Andean condors live for up to 40 years.
    Yes
    No
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