Delineate Speaker's Argument and Claims Practice Test
•10 QuestionsIn a short video commentary for a media class, Talia argues about screen time at home.
Main argument/thesis: Families should set a “no screens during homework” rule.
Claim 1 (supported): Talia says multitasking makes homework take longer. She gives a reason: switching attention between apps and assignments breaks concentration, so students need extra time to re-focus.
Claim 2 (supported): She says the rule is realistic because it only applies during homework time, not all day. She explains that students can still use screens afterward, which makes the rule easier to follow.
Claim 3 (unsupported): She says, “All students will get straight A’s if they do this,” with no evidence.
Claim 4 (unsupported): She adds, “Anyone who disagrees just doesn’t care about learning,” which attacks people instead of giving support.
Which choice identifies a claim that Talia does not support with reasons or evidence?
In a short video commentary for a media class, Talia argues about screen time at home.
Main argument/thesis: Families should set a “no screens during homework” rule.
Claim 1 (supported): Talia says multitasking makes homework take longer. She gives a reason: switching attention between apps and assignments breaks concentration, so students need extra time to re-focus.
Claim 2 (supported): She says the rule is realistic because it only applies during homework time, not all day. She explains that students can still use screens afterward, which makes the rule easier to follow.
Claim 3 (unsupported): She says, “All students will get straight A’s if they do this,” with no evidence.
Claim 4 (unsupported): She adds, “Anyone who disagrees just doesn’t care about learning,” which attacks people instead of giving support.
Which choice identifies a claim that Talia does not support with reasons or evidence?