If I were answering the question: "Is Kayla a good student?", which of the following would be an important detail: A. Kayla is 13 years old. B. Kayla goes to a Catholic school. C. Kayla enjoys reading, and often asks the teacher if she can do more for extra credit.
C. Kayla enjoys reading, and often asks the teacher if she can do more for extra credit.
Bob went to see a football game with his dad. They had been looking forward to this game for months. Their favorite team was playing. Their team ended up losing. Bob was so upset. Based on the text, WHY was Bob upset?
His team lost.
Argument: There are several disadvantages to social media. Which
would be a CLAIM for this argument?
A. Social media allow police to catch criminals.
B. Social media help students do better in school.
C. Students who use social media often have lower grades.
C. Students who use social media often have lower grades.
If I were answering the question: "Do you think Marissa will go to college?", which is an important detail? A. Marissa has always wanted to be a doctor, and she knows she needs a lot of education to become one. B. Marissa has 4 brothers and 1 sister. C. Marissa loves animals a lot, and she has 3 dogs.
C. Marissa loves animals a lot, and she has 3 dogs.
The new girl at school didn't talk to anyone all day. When the teacher called on her she looked down at her desk. I don't think she made any friends on her first day. From this I can guess that the new girl is probably_____.
Shy, scared, embarrassed
The girl walked down the street with her head hanging down she had just lost her first soccer game. What detail from the text can tell you how the girl was feeling?
her head is hanging.
Argument: Milk is very healthy for the human body. Which could
be a COUNTERCLAIM for this argument?
A. Milk helps to strengthen bones.
B. Milk contributes to obesity.
C. Milk provides many healthy vitamins and minerals for the
body.
B. Milk contributes to obesity.
Shanay had never seen so many fish before. She looked around at the huge tanks and could see hundreds of fish, crabs, shrimp, and all other amazing creatures completely surrounding her. She never thought she could feel like she was completely underwater, yet still be completely dry. Where do you think she is?
aquarium
I scowled at my brother for taking the last pop-tart. I felt like choking him at this point. I was not a morning person. How do I feel?
angry
Joey put his hands on his ears as he tried to finish his math test. The girl sitting next to him kept tapping her pencil on the table. How does he feel?
annoyed
Argument: School uniforms are very beneficial in schools today.
Which would be a CLAIM for this argument?
A. Uniforms in schools increase student safety.
B. Uniforms do not allow students to express their individuality
C. Uniforms can make one feel special in school.
A. Uniforms in schools increase student safety.
Alex was in a hurry to get home to watch football. He was driving over the speed limit when suddenly, he heard a siren and saw flashing lights, "No! Please not now," he thought. What do you think is happening? How do you know?
he is getting pulled over, flashing lights.