Use the sentence to answer the question.

Question

"Claim: Volunteerism is what keeps communities strong."

Why is this a strong claim for an argumentative essay?

(1 point)
Responses

It is a positive statement.

It is a fact.

It is an opinion that is supportable.

It is a false statement.

Answer 1

It is an opinion that is supportable.

Answer 2

Use these sentences to answer the question.

"To develop a strong claim, start with a topic. Then ask questions to clarify your ideas about the topic."

What must a strong claim have to support it?

(1 point)
Responses

with interesting topics

with opinions

with personal ideas

with evidence

Answer 3

with evidence

Answer 4

Use the following text to answer the question.

"Insupportable claim: Apples are the best-tasting fruit for desserts.

Supportable claim: Apples are very popular for making desserts."

Which element does the insupportable claim lack?

(1 point)
Responses

argument

ideas

evidence

opinion

Answer 5

evidence

Answer 6

Which claim is the strongest?(1 point)
Responses

Many interesting types of sea turtles live in the ocean.

Sea turtles are most important to the health of coral reefs.

Only sea turtles can excite children and adults alike.

I think that sea turtles are the most fascinating animals.

Answer 7

Sea turtles are most important to the health of coral reefs.