Evan is writing a persuasive essay. He makes a main claim and takes some notes.

Question

Main Claim: Music education is beneficial to all children.

Note 1: Music education can improve memory.

Note 2: In one study, musicians outperformed non-musicians in auditory, visual, and memory tests.

Note 3: Playing a musical instrument can enhance hand-eye coordination.

Note 4: When playing an instrument, a musician must use his or her hand motions to hit the correct notes.

Note 5. Musicians must play their instrument, follow the conductor, and read their sheet music at the same time.

Which notes should Evan label as reasons?

1. Notes 1 and 3

2. Notes 1 and 4

3. Notes 2 and 4

4. Notes 4 and 5

Answer 1

The notes that Evan should label as reasons are:

2. Notes 1 and 4