PRETEST: Steps in Analyzing and Evaluating Evidence

Assessment
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Julie-ann Fino
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English
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9th Grade
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30 plays
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Hard
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1.
Multiple Choice
What is the excerpt all about?
replacing libraries with tablets
excessive use of mobile devices
benefits of digital form resources
disadvantages of digital form resources
2.
Multiple Choice
What claim is expressed in the excerpt?
Printed resources are outdated.
Digital resources are much better than printed resources.
Digital resources offer less information and understanding than printed resources.
Digital resources cannot wholly replace printed resources, for myriads of issues also surround them.
3.
Multiple Choice
Which of the following supports the claim, "It would be a serious mistake to replace libraries with tablets"?
Reading on tablets offers more benefits than reading in libraries.
Reading in libraries may cause a higher incidence of more severe health problems.
Reading on tablets makes the process slower and the retention and comprehension of information lesser.
Reading on tablets causes higher instances of blurred vision, dizziness, and dry eyes.
4.
Multiple Choice
What type of evidence is given below?
analogical evidence
anecdotal evidence
statistical evidence
testimonial evidence
5.
Multiple Choice
Studies show that better handwashing practices could cut the rate of acute respiratory infections (including pneumonia) by more than 20 percent.
analogical evidence
anecdotal evidence
statistical evidence
testimonial evidence
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