Explanation and Reasoning in Writing
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What should be the position of the claim statement in a claim paragraph?

  • Last sentence of the paragraph
  • Middle of the paragraph
  • Second sentence of the paragraph
  • First sentence of the paragraph (correct)
  • Which component of the CER structure provides proof or support for the claim being made?

  • Thesis
  • Evidence (correct)
  • Reasoning
  • Claim
  • When writing reasoning after presenting evidence, what should the writer explain?

  • Non-related personal opinions
  • How to find more evidence
  • Why the claim is wrong
  • How and why the evidence supports the claim (correct)
  • What is the purpose of the reasoning in a CER paragraph?

    <p>To explain how and why the evidence supports the claim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for a writer to draft a clear claim statement before providing evidence in a CER paragraph?

    <p>To guide the content and structure of the writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a CER paragraph, which of the following best describes the role of evidence?

    <p>To provide support for the reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of reasoning in writing?

    <p>To connect evidence to the claim statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase can be used to identify reasoning in a text?

    <p>&quot;This shows that...&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between evidence and reasoning?

    <p>Evidence is factual proof, while reasoning explains how the evidence supports the claim.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Atticus do when Bob Ewell spits in his face and threatens him?

    <p>Atticus accepts the situation to protect Mayella.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Atticus view his actions towards Bob Ewell?

    <p>As naive and weak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage suggest about Atticus' character when facing Bob Ewell's threats?

    <p>He is compassionate and self-sacrificing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Atticus perceive Bob Ewell's behavior after the trial?

    <p>As calculated and manipulative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What consequence could have been avoided if Atticus had taken a different approach with Bob Ewell?

    <p>Scout's attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does Atticus prioritize his actions in dealing with Bob Ewell?

    <p>By prioritizing Mayella's well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

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