Clarify Relationships Among Claims and Reasons - 6th Grade Writing
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Identify the best phrase to signal proof: "The policy works. ___, attendance improved after it began."
Identify the best phrase to signal proof: "The policy works. ___, attendance improved after it began."
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In fact. Emphasizes the evidence that proves the policy's effectiveness.
In fact. Emphasizes the evidence that proves the policy's effectiveness.
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Find and correct the connector: "I believe homework helps, but it gives practice." Which word should replace "but"?
Find and correct the connector: "I believe homework helps, but it gives practice." Which word should replace "but"?
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because. "But" shows contrast; "because" shows the reason for belief.
because. "But" shows contrast; "because" shows the reason for belief.
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Which transition best signals contrast between a claim and an opposing reason?
Which transition best signals contrast between a claim and an opposing reason?
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However. Introduces an opposing or contrasting idea.
However. Introduces an opposing or contrasting idea.
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Which transition best signals that a reason adds more support to the same claim?
Which transition best signals that a reason adds more support to the same claim?
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Furthermore. Adds another supporting point to strengthen the argument.
Furthermore. Adds another supporting point to strengthen the argument.
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Which transition best signals a cause-and-effect link between a reason and a claim?
Which transition best signals a cause-and-effect link between a reason and a claim?
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Therefore. Shows the reason leads to or causes the claim.
Therefore. Shows the reason leads to or causes the claim.
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What is the purpose of using transitions to connect a claim to its reasons in an argument?
What is the purpose of using transitions to connect a claim to its reasons in an argument?
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To show how reasons relate to and support the claim. Transitions create logical connections between ideas in arguments.
To show how reasons relate to and support the claim. Transitions create logical connections between ideas in arguments.
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Choose the best transition for a counterclaim: "Pets are comforting. ___, some apartments do not allow them."
Choose the best transition for a counterclaim: "Pets are comforting. ___, some apartments do not allow them."
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However. Contrasts the benefit of pets with a limitation.
However. Contrasts the benefit of pets with a limitation.
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Which phrase best signals that the writer is presenting an opposing viewpoint?
Which phrase best signals that the writer is presenting an opposing viewpoint?
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On the other hand. Introduces a contrasting perspective or counterargument.
On the other hand. Introduces a contrasting perspective or counterargument.
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Choose the best transition to show a result: "The city added bike lanes; ___, traffic injuries decreased."
Choose the best transition to show a result: "The city added bike lanes; ___, traffic injuries decreased."
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as a result. Shows the bike lanes caused the decrease in injuries.
as a result. Shows the bike lanes caused the decrease in injuries.
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Choose the best transition: "Recycling matters. ___, it conserves resources and reduces landfill waste."
Choose the best transition: "Recycling matters. ___, it conserves resources and reduces landfill waste."
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For instance. Introduces specific examples of how recycling matters.
For instance. Introduces specific examples of how recycling matters.
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Choose the best transition: "The rule seems strict. ___, it keeps students safe during emergencies."
Choose the best transition: "The rule seems strict. ___, it keeps students safe during emergencies."
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Nevertheless. Acknowledges the strictness but emphasizes the positive outcome.
Nevertheless. Acknowledges the strictness but emphasizes the positive outcome.
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Choose the best transition: "Many people disagree. ___, the evidence supports the claim."
Choose the best transition: "Many people disagree. ___, the evidence supports the claim."
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Even so. Acknowledges disagreement while maintaining the claim's validity.
Even so. Acknowledges disagreement while maintaining the claim's validity.
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Identify the best connector to add a second reason: "The park should be renovated. ___, the equipment is unsafe."
Identify the best connector to add a second reason: "The park should be renovated. ___, the equipment is unsafe."
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Additionally. Adds another reason (unsafe equipment) to support renovation.
Additionally. Adds another reason (unsafe equipment) to support renovation.
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Choose the best concluding transition: "The reasons are strong; ___, the claim should be accepted."
Choose the best concluding transition: "The reasons are strong; ___, the claim should be accepted."
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therefore. Draws a logical conclusion from the strong reasons presented.
therefore. Draws a logical conclusion from the strong reasons presented.
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Which transition best signals an additional supporting reason is being added?
Which transition best signals an additional supporting reason is being added?
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Furthermore. Adds another reason to strengthen the argument.
Furthermore. Adds another reason to strengthen the argument.
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Which transition best signals a contrast between a claim and an opposing point?
Which transition best signals a contrast between a claim and an opposing point?
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However. Introduces contrasting or opposing information.
However. Introduces contrasting or opposing information.
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Which transition best signals a cause-and-effect relationship between reason and claim?
Which transition best signals a cause-and-effect relationship between reason and claim?
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As a result. Shows the reason leads to or causes the claim.
As a result. Shows the reason leads to or causes the claim.
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What is the purpose of using transitions and clauses between a claim and its reasons?
What is the purpose of using transitions and clauses between a claim and its reasons?
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To make the relationship between claim and reasons clear to the reader. Transitions create logical connections between ideas.
To make the relationship between claim and reasons clear to the reader. Transitions create logical connections between ideas.
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Which transition best signals that a reason supports a claim directly?
Which transition best signals that a reason supports a claim directly?
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Therefore. Shows direct logical consequence from reason to claim.
Therefore. Shows direct logical consequence from reason to claim.
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Find and correct the unclear link: "I believe homework helps. Students learn responsibility."
Find and correct the unclear link: "I believe homework helps. Students learn responsibility."
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I believe homework helps because students learn responsibility. "Because" connects the reason to the claim.
I believe homework helps because students learn responsibility. "Because" connects the reason to the claim.
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Find and correct the missing relationship word: "The cafeteria should add fruit. It is healthier."
Find and correct the missing relationship word: "The cafeteria should add fruit. It is healthier."
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The cafeteria should add fruit since it is healthier. "Since" shows why fruit should be added.
The cafeteria should add fruit since it is healthier. "Since" shows why fruit should be added.
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Identify the best transition to introduce a counterclaim: "_____ some think it is expensive, it benefits everyone."
Identify the best transition to introduce a counterclaim: "_____ some think it is expensive, it benefits everyone."
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Although. Acknowledges opposition before stating the benefit.
Although. Acknowledges opposition before stating the benefit.
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Which option best clarifies reason-to-claim logic in one sentence: "The park needs lights. People feel safer."
Which option best clarifies reason-to-claim logic in one sentence: "The park needs lights. People feel safer."
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The park needs lights so that people feel safer. "So that" shows purpose relationship between lights and safety.
The park needs lights so that people feel safer. "So that" shows purpose relationship between lights and safety.
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Which phrase best signals that the writer is giving an example as support?
Which phrase best signals that the writer is giving an example as support?
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For example. Introduces specific evidence to support a general point.
For example. Introduces specific evidence to support a general point.
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Which phrase best signals that the writer is clarifying or restating a point?
Which phrase best signals that the writer is clarifying or restating a point?
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In other words. Rephrases for clarity without changing meaning.
In other words. Rephrases for clarity without changing meaning.
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