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Grade 6 Quiz Delineating Arguments and Assessing Claims – SL.6.3

The CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.3 standard emphasizes the ability of students to dissect a speaker’s argument meticulously. This involves understanding the claims made by the speaker and assessing whether they are backed by solid reasons and evidence. The objective is for students to differentiate between claims that have a strong foundation from those that might be merely based on opinions or weak premises.

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Question 1 of 10

1. Question
What does it mean to delineate a speaker’s argument?
- a. Ignore the speaker.
- b. Challenge the speaker constantly.
- c. Understand and outline the speaker's main points and claims.
- d. Agree with the speaker's every claim.
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2. Question
Which of the following would be considered as evidence to support a claim?
- a. "I think so."
- b. A scientific study published in a reputed journal.
- c. "Everyone says so."
- d. "It's common sense."
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3. Question
How can one distinguish between a supported claim and an unsupported claim?
- a. By the speaker's tone.
- b. By how confident the speaker looks.
- c. By assessing the presence of valid reasons and evidence.
- d. By the number of times the claim is repeated.
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4. Question
If a speaker says, “Studies have shown that exercise improves mental health,” what would best validate this claim?
- a. Personal anecdotes about feeling good after exercise.
- b. Reference to specific studies and their findings.
- c. A statement that a famous celebrity exercises daily.
- d. Saying that it's an age-old belief.
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5. Question
Which of the following claims lacks concrete evidence?
- a. "According to NASA, Mars has the largest volcano in the solar system."
- b. "Chocolate is the best candy because it's my favorite."
- c. "The World Health Organization reports a decline in global malaria cases."
- d. "The melting point of iron is 1538°C."
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6. Question
What’s crucial when evaluating the validity of a claim?
- a. The speaker's charisma.
- b. The volume of the speaker's voice.
- c. The presence of verifiable evidence.
- d. The length of the argument presented.
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Question 7 of 10

7. Question
In a discussion about diet and health, which statement has a claim without solid evidence?
- a. "Broccoli has been scientifically proven to have anti-cancer properties."
- b. "A diet high in fruits and vegetables is recommended by nutritionists."
- c. "Mangoes are the healthiest fruit because they taste the best."
- d. "Whole grains can reduce the risk of heart disease, as per multiple studies."
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Why is it essential to identify claims supported by evidence in an argument?
- a. It makes the argument longer.
- b. It ensures that the discussion is grounded in facts.
- c. It allows one to show off their knowledge.
- d. It guarantees universal agreement.
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9. Question
Which of the following is NOT a type of evidence?
- a. Statistical data from credible sources.
- b. Anecdotal stories based on personal experience.
- c. Verified experiments and their results.
- d. General assumptions without basis.
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10. Question
What’s the potential danger of accepting unsupported claims?
- a. It makes the discussion entertaining.
- b. It can lead to misinformation or flawed decisions.
- c. It enhances the speaker's credibility.
- d. It ensures that there is no conflict in the discussion.
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