Question

A)
Use the sentence to answer the question.
“Their reasoning is sound, I must admit.”
Which of the following best defines the bold phrase "reasoning is sound"?
(1 point)
It highlights the most important parts of the author's argument.
It is thought out and convincing.
It includes an explanation of the author's opinion.
It is based on evidence from different sources.

Question 2
Question 3
A)
Use the sentence to answer the question.
Parents looking for their child's first pet should choose a goldfish.
Which component of an argument is found in this sentence?
(1 point)
a claim
an example
evidence
a reason
A) Which option describes reasoning? (1 point)
a resource used to evaluate evidence
statements of support in an argument
opinions included in a text
the central argument

Question 4
A)
Use the sentence to answer the question.
Goldfish make good pets for small children because they are easy to care for.
Which key component of an argument is found in this sentence?
(1 point)
counterargument
an example
evidence
a reason

Answer 1

Q1: It is thought out and convincing.

Q2: a claim

Q3: statements of support in an argument

Q4: a reason