Use the passage to answer the question.

Question

What reason does the author give to convince the reader that their claim is believable?

(1 point)
Responses

Many politicians have a negative and fearful view of the press.
Many politicians have a negative and fearful view of the press.

Community newspapers are important because they keep local governments honest and in check.
Community newspapers are important because they keep local governments honest and in check.

John Oliver’s assertion about the relationship between the media and the government is correct.
John Oliver’s assertion about the relationship between the media and the government is correct.

Smaller communities hold their local newspapers in high regard.

Answer 1

The reason the author gives to convince the reader that their claim is believable is:

Community newspapers are important because they keep local governments honest and in check.