Question

Determine which of the following statements about the term "supporting details" are true and false.(1 point) True False They are details that support the central idea. They can be facts, examples, statistics, and quotations. They are only used in fictional writing. They negatively impact the point or argument the author is trying to make.

Answer 1

Here is the evaluation of each statement regarding "supporting details":

1. They are details that support the central idea. - True

2. They can be facts, examples, statistics, and quotations. - True

3. They are only used in fictional writing. - False (Supporting details are used in both nonfiction and fiction to enhance understanding and provide evidence.)

4. They negatively impact the point or argument the author is trying to make. - False (Supporting details are intended to strengthen an argument or point, not negatively impact it.)

In summary:

• True
• True
• False
• False