LEAP Writing Evidence-Based Claims 2

Question 1

When integrating a direct quote into your essay, what must always follow the quoted text?

Accepted Answer

A citation identifying the source

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A transition word to start a new paragraph

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A restatement of your thesis

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Another quote that supports the first

Question 2

A student writes: 'The economy improved because people were happier.' What is the primary weakness of this claim?

Accepted Answer

It lacks specific evidence and uses vague causal reasoning

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It is too long and needs to be shortened

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It does not include a counterargument

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The vocabulary is too simple for the assignment

Question 3

Which sentence best introduces evidence in a body paragraph?

Accepted Answer

According to the 2022 CDC report, obesity rates among teens rose by 12%.

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I think the data shows many things.

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The evidence is very important and proves the point.

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Studies say stuff about this topic.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a 'warrant' in evidence-based writing?

Accepted Answer

To explain how the evidence connects to and supports the claim

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To restate the thesis at the end of the essay

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To introduce the opposing viewpoint

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To list additional sources in the bibliography

Question 5

A student wants to argue that online learning improves student performance. Which evidence would be LEAST useful?

Accepted Answer

A personal blog post from one student who prefers online classes

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A peer-reviewed study showing higher test scores in online courses

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A statistic on student enrollment in online programs

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A graph comparing GPA trends before and after online learning was introduced

Question 6

How should a writer handle evidence that seems to contradict their claim?

Accepted Answer

Include it and explain why the claim still holds despite the contradiction

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Ignore it because it weakens the argument

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Move it to a footnote so readers can skip it

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Change the claim to match the contradictory evidence

Question 7

Which transition phrase is BEST suited for introducing a piece of supporting evidence?

Accepted Answer

For instance, the report states

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However, this shows that

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In conclusion, we can see

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Although many people believe