Choosing Relevant Evidence

Question 1

Support this with relevant evidence- Baseball is the greatest American sport ever invented.

Accepted Answer

"No game is over until the final out is made.", Teams play a 162 game schedule., "Any team can make a comeback at any time."

Question 2

Choose evidence to support the claim- Social media is harmful to mental health.

Accepted Answer

"Social media can be addictive.", "Social media triggers sadness and depression.", "Social media can lead to jealousy."

Question 3

Choose evidence that supports the claim- Parents shouldn't let their children play football.

Accepted Answer

"Brain injuries affect players after they stop playing.", "Tackle football can cause serious injury, even death."

Question 4

Choose the best evidence for the claim- Art makes you smart.

Accepted Answer

"Students of art have stronger critical thinking skills."

Question 5

Choose evidence to support the claim- Coronado students shouldn't have to wear uniforms.

Accepted Answer

Schools should be a place where diversity is celebrated., Enforcing dress code rules can be difficult., Uniforms may be uncomfortable.

Question 6

Choose the best evidence for the claim- Gym helps students do better in all of their classes.

Accepted Answer

"Better fitness is linked to higher test scores."

Question 7

Which evidence supports the claim- Video games do not make people violent in real life.

Accepted Answer

"There is no link between violent games and violent acts.", "Playing video games with others can help social skills."

Question 8

Choose supporting evidence- Fidget spinners should be banned from schools.

Accepted Answer

"Fidget spinners cause distraction to students and staff.", "They are distracting when kids use them to do tricks.", "They are small in size, but can seriously hurt someone."

Question 9

Which evidence is best- Tim Tebow is a terrible quarterback.

Accepted Answer

"He ended the careers of three NFL coaches.", "He inspires grown men to do stupid things.", "He talks a lot but never says anything meaningful."

Question 10

Choose evidence for the claim- Students should be able to grade their teachers.

Accepted Answer

"...measures are needed to improve teaching [in the US].", "Better teachers produce more prepared students.", "Grading will help to identify the best and worst teachers."

Choosing Relevant Evidence

Questions 10

Choosing Relevant Evidence

Questions 10