Qualify Views Based on Evidence Practice Test

In a debate about school start times, Noah says, “School should start at 10:00 a.m. because teens learn better later.” Priya presents new evidence: “A district that moved start time later saw improved attendance, but after-school sports and some students’ jobs became harder to manage. Bus schedules also cost more.” Which response best shows Noah acknowledging Priya’s evidence and justifying his position with added reasoning (rather than ignoring the evidence)?

Two students respond to new evidence during a class debate about whether students should be required to do community service to graduate.

Initial claim (both students): “Required service is unfair and should be removed.”

New evidence from a peer: “A study of similar schools found required service increased volunteering later only when students could choose from many options and reflect on what they learned; when choices were limited, students reported resentment.”

Response 1: “That’s interesting, but I still think it’s unfair. Nothing else to say.”

Response 2: “I didn’t know the outcomes depended on choice and reflection. Given that evidence, I’d revise my view: service shouldn’t be removed completely, but it should be redesigned so students have real choices and time to reflect.”

Which response better handles the new evidence, and why?