Does the Evidence Support the Argument?
8th Grade · ELA · 45 min
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Learning Objective
I can determine if the evidence an author uses supports their argument.
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When analyzing an argument, it is important to evaluate whether the evidence is relevant and sufficient.
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An argument presents a series of claims that lead to a conclusion, and the premises must support the conclusion in a logical way.
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When evaluating evidence, ask yourself: Did the author present sufficient information? Is all the information relevant to the conclusion?
