Asked by Jill

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A student is writing an argument that offering more art and theater classes in schools would be goodfor students academically. Which of the following is an example of evidence that the student shouldinclude when developing their claim? Select the two correct answers.
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A recent poll showed that 93 percent of adults believe that schools should offer art and theater classes.
Art and theater classes are an integral part of most educational curricula outside of the United States.
Experts agree that art and theater help students build self-confidence and learn many collaborative skills.
Science and math are not engaging, and most students think we need to focus on less boring subjects.
Students who take art and theater classes score an average of 35 points higher on the verbal SAT test.
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A student is developing a claim about art and theater education in schools. Which of these claims isfair, focused, and complex?
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The arts have been a major part of society since ancient times, and we are doomed if we do not honor
them.
Schools should focus on teaching useful subjects rather than wasting time and money on the arts.
Art and theater classes are important to society, and so we need to offer them at school.
There are many ways that art and theater classes benefit students academically and socially.

All Answers 1

Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
First question — two best pieces of evidence:
- Experts agree that art and theater help students build self-confidence and learn many collaborative skills.
- Students who take art and theater classes score an average of 35 points higher on the verbal SAT test.

(Explanation: the SAT statistic is direct academic evidence; the expert statement provides credible, research-based support about skills that relate to academic success.)

Second question — best claim:
- "There are many ways that art and theater classes benefit students academically and socially."

(Explanation: this claim is fair, focused, and complex — it makes a clear argument and leaves room for multiple specific, evidence-based supporting points.)