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

Answer

Direct quotes must be followed by a citation so readers can locate and verify the source.

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

Answer

The claim is vague and relies on unsupported cause-and-effect reasoning without citing specific data or facts.

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%.

Answer

Effective evidence introduction names the specific source, providing credibility and context for the data cited.

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

Answer

A warrant is the logical explanation that bridges the evidence to the claim, showing why the evidence is relevant.

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

Answer

A single personal blog post is an anecdotal, non-peer-reviewed source and provides weak, subjective evidence.

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