Select the sentence where the writer states an opinion.

The ancient Maya people lived for many years in Central America. Spanish explorers arrived in the early 1500s and took over the lands of the Maya people. The arrival of the explorers was the saddest thing to happen to the Maya. 

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 Veggie burgers are every bit as tasty and satisfying as regular beef burgers.

Now consider how someone might argue against this. Which sentence presents the stronger and more reasonable counterclaim to the above claim?

Select the sentence where the writer states an opinion. 

Sledding is the most enjoyable winter activity. To sled, hike up to the top of a snowy hill and bring a sled with you. Then, sit on your sled and slide down the hill.

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The Burmese python is a snake that eats small mammals and birds. Some of these pythons even eat pigs. Seeing a Burmese python in the wild would be really frightening.

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My great-grandmother was born in Russia. She is the bravest person in my family. She left home and came to New York by herself when she was a teen. 

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Turku is a city in the south of Finland. The Turku Castle is the most exciting place to visit in Turku. It is hundreds of years old.

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Most of the stores in our town will close tomorrow for the holiday. This is the right thing to do. Since the stores will be closed, workers can spend time with their families.

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Cairo is the most interesting city in Egypt. It is the country's capital. Cairo is home to bazaars, or large markets, where shoppers can find things like flowers, phones, and clothing.

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Some companies have been working on making cars that drive themselves. There are still doors and windows in these cars, but many of them have no steering wheel. The roads would be so much safer if we used only self-driving cars. The car can tell when it needs to slow down, speed up, or make a turn. A self-driving car can't text while driving, either.

Select the sentence where the writer states an opinion.

There are several ways to study on the day before a spelling test. One way is to ask someone to read the spelling words aloud to you while you write them down. Another way is to record the words and listen to yourself spelling them. Recording and listening to the words is the best way to get ready. Other people write the words over and over or practice writing them in sentences.

Select one sentence where the writer states opinions:

My room was a sandy brown before my uncle and I painted it blue. This new blue color is light compared to the old brown one. I spent more than two hours at the store deciding on the color we'd use. There were almost too many paint colors to choose from! It took us the whole afternoon to paint, but now the brown walls are gone.

Which is a thesis statement? 

Which is a thesis statement? 

Which is a thesis statement? 

Which is a thesis statement? 

Which is a thesis statement? 

Which is a thesis statement? 

Which is a thesis statement? 

Which is a thesis statement? 

 Which of the following a thesis statement?

 Which is a thesis statement?

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 Cooking shows have had a positive effect on American culture.

 Select the piece of evidence that best supports this claim.

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 People should not keep wild animals as pets.

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The most important medical advance of all time was Alexander Fleming's discovery of penicillin in 1928.

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 It's important to use punctuation in text messages.

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Parents should not post pictures and videos of their children online.

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The world would be better off without cockroaches.

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 More countries should use hydroelectric energy, in which moving water generates electricity.

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Owning a pet dog is good for your health.

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 Stevia, a kind of sweetener, is the best sugar substitute.

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Read the claim and the supporting evidence. 

Claim: Parents should limit the sugar-sweetened beverages their children drink.

Evidence: Sugar-sweetened beverages can contribute to health problems such as heart disease and diabetes.

 Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.

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Claim: Rachel Carson's Silent Spring is an important book.

Evidence: Silent Spring helped inspire the environmental movement in America.

 Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.

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Claim: Adriana and Tony have a healthy marriage.

Evidence: Adriana and Tony communicate openly about their problems.

 Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.

Read the claim and the supporting evidence.

Claim: Highly restrictive diets are not conducive to optimal health.

Evidence: Different foods contain different combinations of key nutrients.

 Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.

Read the claim and the supporting evidence.

Claim: Kitchens and bathrooms are excellent areas for homeowners to renovate.

Evidence: Kitchen and bathroom renovations add more value to a house than they cost.

 Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.

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Claim: Parents should not give their young children access to televisions, tablets, or similar devices.

Evidence: The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children under the age of two have no screen time.

Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.

Read the claim and the supporting evidence.

Claim: Penny is a good dog. 

Evidence: Penny consistently follows her master's commands.

 Why does the evidence support the claim? Choose the analysis that better explains the connection.

Complete the text with the transition that best connects the supporting evidence to analysis of that evidence:

Not all bachelor's degrees point students directly to a self-evidence career path. According to a 2011 Associate Press study, humanities degree recipients were less likely to find jobs in their fields than their peers who studied accounting or computer science. ____________, students who pursue scientific or technical courses of study have a greater chance of finding jobs that directly connect with their degrees after college.

Complete the text with the transition that best connects the supporting evidence to analysis of that evidence.

Colleges and universities should stop relying on standardized test scores to screen prospective candidates. Researchers have discovered that subject-specific tests and high school grades can predict college performance better than standardized tests. _________, standardized test scores are not the most accurate reflection of incoming students' academic abilities. 

Complete the text with the transition that best connects the supporting evidence to analysis of that evidence.

A study at the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art found that viewing art in museums led to more historical empathy and increased social tolerance. _________, viewing artwork allows us to connect emotionally with other cultures.