CER
This part of CER is your answer to the question or the position you are trying to prove.
Claim
Why is "culture" like an iceberg?
It shows the "visible" and "invisible" parts of culture
This Marin County beach is known for its long shoreline, surfing, and views of the Pacific Ocean.
Stinson Beach
This staff member grew up in LA and always reps the Dodgers
Ms. A
What is the global soccer tournament that's starting on Thursday, June 11th called?
This part of CER explains how the evidence proves the claim.
Reasoning
This theme of geography asks the question, "What makes this place unique or special?"
Place (physical and/or human)
Tupac Shakur famously lived in this town and attended this high school.
Marin City, Tam High School
This staff member is the tallest person on campus!
Mr. Low
Which teams are currently in the NBA finals
San Antonio Spurs vs. New York Knicks
A student writes, "According to the article, sea levels have risen 8 inches since 1880." This is an example of this CER component.
Evidence
Newspapers and magazines used to function like Social Media approximately 50 years ago. This is an example of the theme of _______________?
Movement
The Canal neighborhood of San Rafael used to have these two groups of people immigrate and live in the 1990's from the following countries ___________ and _______________.
Hint: One is from Central Americ and the other from Asia
Mexico and Vietnam
This staff member has driven a plane before
Saul
June 21st. It is called the Solstice
A student claims that social media has a positive impact on communication. They provide statistics showing that people can connect instantly across long distances. What important CER component must they add next to strengthen their argument?
Reasoning (explaining how the statistics support the claim)
The American Southwest, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia are examples of this theme, which groups places based on shared characteristics.
Region
Imagine you have a job in San Francisco and you have to get to work. How many different ways can you commute to the city?
3 (drive your car, bus, ferry)
What languages does Ms. H speak?
English, Spanish, Gujarati, Hindi
What is the name of the horror movie that is out in theaters about the owner of a furniture store?
Backroom
"Pizza is delicious" is a weak claim because it is mostly based on this rather than evidence.
What are the three functions of how humans interact with the environment?
Dependency, Adaptability, Modification (change)
What is a place in Marin County that you can see both the mountains and ocean?
Mt. Tam, Stinson Beach, Marin Headlands
This staff member is a self-proclaimed foodie and grew up in Castro Valley ~ the East Bay
Mr. Fernandes
This is the most visited national park in the United States located 3.5 hours from Marin County