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 (A)</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 (B)</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 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of reasoning in writing?

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

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

<p>&quot;This shows that...&quot; (C)</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. (B)</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. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Atticus view his actions towards Bob Ewell?

<p>As naive and weak (C)</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. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>As calculated and manipulative (A)</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 (B)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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