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Informational Text Evidence Quick Check

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Sure! Here are a few quick checks that can help assess understanding of how to find and use evidence in informational texts:

Quick Check Questions

  1. Identifying Evidence:
    Read the excerpt below and identify one piece of evidence that supports the main idea: Excerpt: "Recent studies indicate that regular physical activity can significantly improve mental health, reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Experts recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise each week."

  2. Evaluating Relevance:
    In an article about climate change, how would you determine if a piece of evidence is relevant? Provide an example of relevant evidence.

  3. Attributing Sources:
    Why is it important to include the source of your evidence when writing an informational text? Discuss the potential consequences of failing to do so.

  4. Analyzing Purpose:
    What is the purpose of including statistics in an informational text? Provide an example of a statistic that could strengthen an argument.

  5. Drawing Conclusions:
    When evaluating evidence from an informational text, how can you distinguish between fact and opinion? Give an example of each.

Answers

  1. Example Answer: One piece of evidence is "Regular physical activity can significantly improve mental health, reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression."

  2. Example Answer: To determine relevance, ask if the evidence directly supports the claims made about climate change. A relevant piece of evidence might be data showing the increase in global temperatures over the last century.

  3. Example Answer: Including the source of evidence builds credibility and allows readers to verify the information. Without it, readers may question the validity of the claims, leading to misinformation.

  4. Example Answer: The purpose of including statistics is to provide concrete, quantifiable evidence that enhances the argument. An example could be "According to a 2021 study, 80% of individuals who exercise regularly report improved mood and cognitive function."

  5. Example Answer: Facts are verifiable and based on objective data (e.g., "The Earth’s average surface temperature has risen about 1.2 degrees Celsius since the late 19th century."), while opinions are subjective interpretations (e.g., "The government should do more to combat climate change.").

Feel free to use or modify these examples and questions as needed!