Grade 8 Quiz Evaluating Arguments in Texts – RI.8.8
The CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.8.8 standard requires students to critically analyze a text, focusing on its arguments and specific claims. This entails assessing the logic and strength of the reasoning, as well as the relevance and sufficiency of the evidence provided. Additionally, students should be adept at identifying any irrelevant information or evidence introduced within the text.
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What does it mean to delineate an argument in a text?
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2. Question
What kind of evidence can be considered “relevant”?
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3. Question
If a text presents a claim but doesn’t provide reasons to support it, the reasoning is:
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Which of the following is a potential sign of unsound reasoning?
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5. Question
If a text on climate change suddenly includes evidence about the dietary habits of penguins, this evidence is likely:
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6. Question
Which of the following can strengthen an argument’s claims?
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7. Question
To evaluate the soundness of an argument’s reasoning, you should:
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
An argument that relies heavily on name-calling or personal attacks likely contains:
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9. Question
Which of the following statements is most objective?
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Question 10 of 10
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A claim is a statement that:
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