"Their reasoning le sound, I must admit."
Which of the following best defines the bold phrase?
(1 point)
O It highlights the most important parts of the author's argument.
O It is based on evidence from different sources.
It is thought out and convincing.
O It includes an explanation of the author's opinion.
It is thought out and convincing.
Parents looking for their child's first pot should choose a goldfish.
Which component of an argument is found in this sentence?
(1 point)
O evidence
O an example
O a reason
a reason
Which option describes reasoning? (1 point)
O statements of support in an argument
O the central argument
Ⓒ opinions included in a fiext
Oa resource used to evaluate evidence
statements of support in an argument
Goldfish make good pets for small children because they are easy to care for.
Which key component of an argument is found in this sentence?
(1 point)
Of counterargument
O evidence
O a reason
O an example
a reason
A wolf pack may have as many as twenty wolves. By three weeks of age, wolf pups are able to play. Most packs are led by an adult male and adult female. The average size of a wolf litter is around four pups.
Which type of evidence does the author use to develop an argument?
(point)
O statistics
O expert opinions
Ofacts
statistics
When evaluating evidence, which of the following shows that evidence is sufficient?
O The evidence is up to date.
O The evidence is connected to the author's claim.
O There is enough evidence to prove the author's claim.
O The evidence is objective.
There is enough evidence to prove the author's claim.
Identify if the three sentences are reliable or unreliable.
A. The first pioneers to explore the opal fields found an unpleasant and unfriendly environment.
B. None of the pioneers liked summer because it was dreadfully hot.
C. To adapt to the challenging environment, pioneers built underground homes.
(1 point)
OA is reliable, B is reliable, C is reliable
OA is reliable, B is reliable, C is unreliable
OA is reliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable
OA is unreliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable
OA is reliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable
Which of the following describes a representative sample? (1 point)
O the amount of evidence needed to prove a claim
O evidence that is logically connected to a central idea
O a small quantity that accurately represents a large group
O information presented to prove or disprove a point
a small quantity that accurately represents a large group
Which option describes when an author emphasizes evidence?
O The author shares ideas supported by reasons,
O The author omits or leaves out certain evidence.
O The author includes facts to support an idea.
O The author gives special importance to that evidence.
The author includes facts to support an idea.
Two students are discussing whether running or walking is better for a person's health. Which piece of evidence would best strengthen the argument that running is better for a person's health? (1 point)
Walking has the same effect on blood pressure as running.
O Running is more likely to cause injury than walking.
OA person must spend more time walking than running to get the same benefits.
O Sprinting for short periods of time while running can increase health benefits.
A person must spend more time walking than running to get the same benefits.
Why do authors emphasize evidence that they feel is the most convincing
O to ignore opposing arguments
O to strengthen their own argument
O to write about different topics
O to discourage others from forming an opinion
to strengthen their own argument
Why is it important to pay attention to the evidence that different authors emphasize?
O to prove old information wrong
O to draw your own conclusions
Oto relate to the information
O to learn accurate information