Definitions
What does the "c" stand for in CER
CLAIM
A claim is the lesson the story is trying to teach us.
False. A claim is a statement or opinion on a topic.
(1)Children should do chores at home because it teaches them responsibility. (2) Assigning children regular chores helps teach them responsibility. (3) Tasks that personally affect your kids, such as cleaning their room or doing their own laundry, can help them become more self-reliant at the same time.
(1) Children should do chores at home because it teaches them responsibility.
(1) Smoking is a harmful and damaging habit that makes smokers less attractive. (2) Smoking stains teeth, dries the skin, and causes wrinkles. (3) The smell of smoke lingers in a smokers clothing, hair and causes bad breath. (4) If that isn’t enough, smoking is also very bad for your health. (5) According to Document 1 it is estimated that "the damage from smoking one cigarette shortens the smoker’s life expectancy by 7 minutes" – that is each cigarette! (6) According to Document 3 "Smoking greatly increases the chance of developing emphysema (severe breathing problems), cancer and heart disease." (7) Do not smoke. It is addictive and will only make you ugly and ill.
(5) According to Document 1 it is estimated that "the damage from smoking one cigarette shortens the smoker’s life expectancy by 7 minutes"
(6) According to Document 3 "Smoking greatly increases the chance of developing emphysema (severe breathing problems), cancer and heart disease."
What does the "E" stand for in "CER?"
EVIDENCE
Evidence is written in your own words.
False. Evidence is written in the words of the text.
(1) Kids learning how to cook has multiple positive outcomes. (2) One of the best ways to help children and teens eat healthy is to encourage them to learn to cook. (3) Learning to cook helps kids find out about nutrition and what it means to eat healthy.
(1) Kids learning how to cook has multiple positive outcomes.
(1) Schools should continue using the traditional calendar and not a year-round schedule because there are many problems with year-round schooling. (2) It has no positive effects on education and it adds to costs. (3) According to document 1 since 1980 “95 percent of schools that tried the year-round schedule changed back to a traditional calendar.” (4) There was no evidence of higher test scores and the schedule ends up being difficult with so many breaks which is why most schools end up switching back. (5) According to document 3, “keeping school open year-round adds to costs.” (6) Extra costs include air conditioning, more electricity and increases to teacher’s salaries.
(3) According to document 1 since 1980 “95 percent of schools that tried the year-round schedule changed back to a traditional calendar.”
(5) According to document 3, “keeping school open year-round adds to costs.”
the answer to the question or prompt
What is "claim"?
The "C" in "CER" stands for "conclusion."
False. The "C" stands for claim.
(1) Smoking should be banned in public places and workplaces. (2) Banning smoking in public places and workplaces is good for the heart. (3) Public smoking bans seem to be tremendously effective in reducing heart attack and to help prevent lung cancer.
(1) Smoking should be banned in public places and workplaces.
(1) Cellphones should not be allowed in schools because they distract students and can lower their grades. (2) A study by the Institute of Academic Focus in 2023 found that students who used cellphones in class had a 30% harder time paying attention to their lessons. (3) Additionally, a report from The National Journal of Educational Disruptions in 2022 showed that schools without cellphones saw a 25% increase in student participation and engagement in class. (4) This evidence shows that cellphones can keep students from focusing on their work, and if schools ban them, students can concentrate better and improve their learning.
(2) A study by the Institute of Academic Focus in 2023 found that students who used cellphones in class had a 30% harder time paying attention to their lessons.
(3) Additionally, a report from The National Journal of Educational Disruptions in 2022 showed that schools without cellphones saw a 25% increase in student participation and engagement in class.
Is a quote, line, or sentence from the text that supports the claim.
What is "evidence"?
Facts are information that can be proved by reliable sources and observations.
True.
(1) Movie theaters are a nightmare! (2) They’re expensive, they’re loud—but most importantly, there is no intermission. (3) That alone makes home rental better than the theater. (4) Watching movies at home is better than watching movies in a theater.
(4) Watching movies at home is better than watching movies in a theater.
(1) Kids need proper sleep because it helps them stay healthy and do better in school. (2) A study by the Sleep Health Research Institute in 2023 found that children who sleep at least 9 hours a night are 40% more likely to do well in their classes than those who sleep less than 7 hours. (3) Additionally, a report from The Journal of Child Wellness in 2022 showed that kids who get enough sleep have stronger immune systems and miss 50% fewer school days due to being sick. (4) This shows that getting enough sleep is important for kids' health and helps them learn better, making it essential for their success in school.
(2) A study by the Sleep Health Research Institute in 2023 found that children who sleep at least 9 hours a night are 40% more likely to do well in their classes than those who sleep less than 7 hours.
(3) Additionally, a report from The Journal of Child Wellness in 2022 showed that kids who get enough sleep have stronger immune systems and miss 50% fewer school days due to being sick.
Who is Ms. Brogan's favorite singer?
Taylor Swift
Mr. D Alexander will ignore the cellphone in your pocket.
False
What is only one letter that doesn’t appear in any US state name?
Q
How many ways are there to make change for a dollar?
293