Unit 3 Test: Argument Analysis
1. Which is the most appropriate concluding sentence for a research paper on giant squid?
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This explains why giant squid are like super scary.
And that is why I don’t like the giant squid; the end.
Science is now discovering the giant squid’s complexity.
I hope I don’t meet a giant squid while swimming in the ocean.
2. If you were writing an argument for why students should be allowed to bring cell phones into their classrooms at school, which reason would NOT be relevant to that argument?
NOTE: Relevant means 'closely connected.'
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Cell phones are necessary to ensure student safety in case of an emergency.
Cell phones have lots of games on them that can entertain students during "downtimes."
Cell phones allow parents to be in immediate contact with their child in case of an emergency.
So long as students do not actually use cell phones in class, the phones are not a disturbance to learning.3. Which sentence makes a claim for an argument about how Mr. Jones is a great teacher?
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Mr. Jones is the sponsor of three different time-demanding clubs at school.
Mr. Jones teaches seven different classes with seven different lessons each day.
Mr. Jones gets to school earlier and stays later than any other teacher at the school.
Mr. Jones is one of the hardest working and most talented teachers at Riverdale High School.
4. Which sentence makes a claim for an argument about why students should be required to wear uniforms in school?
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School uniforms would provide a level of equality for all students.
School uniforms help students support their school.
School uniforms help students make better grades.
School uniforms are stylish and students like them
1. Science is now discovering the giant squid’s complexity.
2. Cell phones have lots of games on them that can entertain students during "downtimes."
3. Mr. Jones is one of the hardest working and most talented teachers at Riverdale High School.
4. School uniforms would provide a level of equality for all students.
3. Which sentence makes a claim for an argument about how Mr. Jones is a great teacher?
- Mr. Jones is one of the hardest working and most talented teachers at Riverdale High School.
4. Which sentence makes a claim for an argument about why students should be required to wear uniforms in school?
- School uniforms would provide a level of equality for all students.
To answer these questions, we need to understand the purpose and content of each paragraph or argument.
1. The most appropriate concluding sentence for a research paper on giant squid would be: "Science is now discovering the giant squid's complexity." This option summarizes the main focus of the research paper and aligns with the goal of presenting scientific findings.
2. If you were writing an argument for why students should be allowed to bring cell phones into their classrooms, the reason that would not be relevant to that argument is: "Cell phones have lots of games on them that can entertain students during 'downtimes.'" This reason does not directly connect to the primary argument of allowing cell phones for educational purposes or communication. It focuses on entertainment rather than academic or safety reasons.
3. The sentence that makes a claim for an argument about how Mr. Jones is a great teacher is: "Mr. Jones is one of the hardest working and most talented teachers at Riverdale High School." This claim highlights qualities that make Mr. Jones an exceptional teacher, such as his work ethic and talent.
4. The sentence that makes a claim for an argument about why students should be required to wear uniforms in school is: "School uniforms would provide a level of equality for all students." This claim suggests that uniforms can promote equality among students by removing the visible differences in clothing and socioeconomic status.
Remember, it is important to analyze the context and purpose of each paragraph or argument to determine the most appropriate answer.