Question 1

Question

A) Which description defines a claim? (1 point)
a fact that supports an idea
a statement that explains a point of view
an opinion based on facts
an assertion that something is true
Question 2
A) How are reasons different from evidence? (1 point)
Reasons defend an idea as correct, while evidence justifies an idea.
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 justify a point of view, while evidence supports an idea.
Question 3
A) Which statement is a strong claim? (1 point)
Apples are picked in the fall.
Apples can be eaten with caramel or peanut butter.
Apples provide a variety of health benefits.
People like to eat apples.
Question 4
A) Writing that tries to convince others to agree with your opinion on a topic is which kind of
writing? (1 point)
expository
persuasive
narrative
informative

Answer 1

Here are the answers to your questions:

Question 1
A) Which description defines a claim?
Answer: an assertion that something is true

Question 2
A) How are reasons different from evidence?
Answer: Reasons tell why something is true, while evidence defends a point of view.

Question 3
A) Which statement is a strong claim?
Answer: Apples provide a variety of health benefits.

Question 4
A) Writing that tries to convince others to agree with your opinion on a topic is which kind of writing?
Answer: persuasive