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The piece of evidence that best supports the claim, “Every person should adopt a pet as soon as they can,” is:
- Science shows that having a pet reduces stress and makes people happier.
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The two types of evidence that are the most reliable and effective are:
- facts and statistics
- quotes from experts on the topic
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A rebuttal is important in an argument because:
- It strengthens the writer’s argument.
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The fair counterclaim to the claim "Libraries should get rid of late fees on books" is:
- Late fees help fund library programs and encourage borrowers to be responsible with their books.
Which piece of evidence best supports the claim, “Every person should adopt a pet as soon as they can”?(1 point)
Responses
A new American Heart Association (AHA) survey of 1,000 pet owners found 95% relying on their animal companions for stress relief.
A new American Heart Association (AHA) survey of 1,000 pet owners found 95% relying on their animal companions for stress relief.
Science shows that having a pet reduces stress and makes people happier.
Science shows that having a pet reduces stress and makes people happier.
The average yearly cost of having a pet is $1,200.
The average yearly cost of having a pet is $1,200.
I love to spend time with my pets and everyone I talk to feels the same way.
I love to spend time with my pets and everyone I talk to feels the same way.
When selecting evidence to support a claim, which types are the most reliable and effective? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)
Responses
opinions from parents and teachers
opinions from parents and teachers
facts and statistics
facts and statistics
quotes from experts on the topic
quotes from experts on the topic
social media
social media
user-created websites
Why is a rebuttal important in an argument?(1 point)
Responses
It diminishes the writer’s argument.
It diminishes the writer’s argument.
It proves the writer is incorrect.
It proves the writer is incorrect.
It strengthens the writer’s argument.
It strengthens the writer’s argument.
It states the writer’s claim.
It states the writer’s claim.
Select the correct answer from the list.(1 point)
A fair counterclaim proves that a writer
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Use the claim to answer the question.
Claim: Libraries should get rid of late fees on books.
Which counterclaim is fair?
(1 point)
Responses
Late fees help fund library programs and encourage borrowers to be responsible with their books.
Late fees help fund library programs and encourage borrowers to be responsible with their books.
People who use the library don’t have enough money to pay library late fees.
People who use the library don’t have enough money to pay library late fees.
Late fees discourage people from borrowing books because they worry about forgetting to return them on time.
Late fees discourage people from borrowing books because they worry about forgetting to return them on time.
People turn in books late too often, so libraries should keep late fees to encourage responsibility.
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