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Evaluate evidence in text used to support an argument

Quiz by Suzette Calvin-Taylor

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  • Q1
    Which piece of evidence best supports the idea that cats are good pets?
    Cats do not need to be walked
    Cats can be trained to use a litter box
    Cats sleep all day
    Cats always climb trees
    30s
  • Q2
    What evidence shows that reading is beneficial for students?
    Reading does not help with schoolwork
    Reading takes too much time
    Reading is only for fun
    Reading helps improve vocabulary and writing skills
    30s
  • Q3
    Which piece of evidence best supports the argument that recycling helps the environment?
    Recycling is only for old newspapers
    Recycling reduces the amount of trash in landfills
    Recycling costs a lot of money
    Recycling is not popular
    30s
  • Q4
    Which of the following would be considered weak evidence for the claim 'Exercise improves mental health'?
    A person feels happier after walking on the treadmill once
    Many athletes talk about how exercise makes them feel great
    Doctors say that exercise can help with stress
    A study shows that people who exercise often report feeling less sad
    30s
  • Q5
    Which type of evidence is the least reliable when discussing if video games improve problem-solving skills?
    A scientific study with many tests
    A teacher's opinion based on their experience
    A personal story from one person
    Statistics from many players
    30s
  • Q6
    What type of evidence is most trustworthy in a discussion about video games improving problem-solving skills?
    A blog post by a gamer
    A scientific study with many tests
    A personal story from a friend
    A tweet from a famous player
    30s
  • Q7
    What type of evidence would best support the claim 'Watching educational TV shows improves children's knowledge'?
    A picture of children watching TV
    Research studies showing that kids who watch educational TV score higher on tests
    A summary of different cartoons
    A list of all TV shows
    30s
  • Q8
    Which of the following is the best way to show that reading books helps kids improve their vocabulary?
    A video of a book being read aloud
    A report showing that kids who read more have a larger vocabulary
    A picture of kids reading
    A list of popular children's books
    30s
  • Q9
    Why might data collected from a survey not always be reliable?
    Everyone always answers correctly.
    Surveys are fun to fill out.
    People might not tell the truth.
    Surveys are too short.
    30s
  • Q10
    What can happen if a survey is conducted in only one location?
    The results might not reflect a larger area.
    Only kids can answer it.
    It will have too many questions.
    Everyone will understand the survey.
    30s
  • Q11
    Why is it important to keep survey answers anonymous?
    People might feel safer to share honest opinions.
    Everyone needs to know who answered.
    It makes the survey longer.
    Surveys are easier without privacy.
    30s
  • Q12
    What can cause a survey to have biased results?
    Only asking certain types of people.
    Asking everyone in the town.
    Making the questions interesting.
    Doing the survey on a sunny day.
    30s
  • Q13
    Which source is reliable for finding information about the weather?
    A cookbook
    The Weather Channel
    A science fiction magazine
    A history book
    30s
  • Q14
    Which device can help you check the weather outside?
    A thermometer
    A toaster
    A blender
    A vacuum cleaner
    30s
  • Q15
    What type of source is best to find reliable information about cellphones in school?
    A research article from a science journal
    A meme shared on social media
    A tweet from a famous person
    A story from a friend's blog
    30s

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