QHT
Identify the QHT word: explains how your solution or point of view will result in something good for the audience.
Illustration
In the following sentence, identify the citation: Consequently, the data suggest that “sleep deprivation impairs working memory” (Walker 112).
(Walker 112).
When thinking about evaluating sources using CRAAP, identify which keyword describes the following: "Is the source accurate and free of errors" Is the information supported by evidence?".
Accuracy
This offers solutions to problems and tries to convince a reader to change their thoughts or actions regarding a problem. It is based on reasons.
Claim
Identify the following writing appeal: “If we don’t fund the animal shelter, countless puppies will spend another winter shivering in cages.”
Pathos
Identify the QHT word: a comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.
Analogy
In the following sentence, identify the transition: However, as historian Jill Lepore argues, “founders disagreed as fiercely as we do now” (24).
However
When thinking about evaluating sources using CRAAP, identify which keyword describes the following: "When was the source published? Is the information current or outdated?"
Currency
These are the logical grounds that show that your claim is important and the links between the claim and the evidence.
Reasoning
Identify the following writing appeal: “Before joining the city council, I spent 12 years as a civil engineer designing safer intersections. I’ve reviewed the crash reports for Maple Avenue, and based on that experience, I’m recommending a four-way stop and better lighting.”
Ethos
Identify the QHT word: a short narrative of an interesting, amusing, or biographical incident.
Anecdote
In the following sentence, identify the quote: Consequently, the data suggest that “sleep deprivation impairs working memory” (Walker 112).
“sleep deprivation impairs working memory”
When thinking about evaluating sources using CRAAP, identify which keyword describes the following: Why was the source written: to entertain, inform, or persuade? Is it biased?
Purpose
This is the data or facts that support your claim.
Evidence
Identify the following writing appeal: “Schools that start at 8:45 a.m. see a 10–20% drop in tardiness compared to 7:30 a.m. starts, according to district data.”
Logos
Identify the QHT word: an informal or formal discussion in which opposing arguments are put forward.
Debate
In the following sentence, identify the lead in: However, as historian Jill Lepore argues, “founders disagreed as fiercely as we do now” (24).
as historian Jill Lepore argues,
When thinking about evaluating sources using CRAAP, identify which keyword describes the following: "Is the source related to the topic you're researching?"
Relevance
This is an alternate point of view that challenges your claim.
Counterclaim
Identify the following writing appeal: “Replacing one soda a day with water saves about 150 calories; over a month, that’s roughly 4,500 fewer calories.”
Logos
Identify the QHT word: A topic that can be debated. This occurs when there are two sides that disagree with each other on a debatable topic.
Controversial
The writer effectively and correctly embeds quotations and paraphrases clearly to strengthen evidence and create convincing reasoning while avoiding ________.
Plagiarism
When thinking about evaluating sources using CRAAP, identify which keyword describes the following: "Does the author have expertise or experience in the topic they're writing about?"
Authority
This is a firsthand piece of evidence from the time an event happened, created by someone who saw it, lived it, or made it. It hasn’t been interpreted or summarized by someone later.
Example for class: A diary entry written by Anne Frank
Primary Source
Identify the following writing appeal: “Imagine your grandmother trying to cross that busy street without a safe crosswalk.”
Pathos