๐ Topic Summary
Supporting evidence is like the foundation of an argument or idea. It's all the information from a text that helps prove or explain a point the author is trying to make. In Grade 6 ELA, learning to identify and use supporting evidence is key to understanding what you read and writing strong arguments of your own. Think of it as the clues that help you solve the mystery of what the author is really trying to say! The stronger the evidence, the stronger the argument.
๐ค Part A: Vocabulary
Match the terms with their definitions:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Evidence |
A. To back up with facts |
| 2. Support |
B. Related to the topic being discussed |
| 3. Relevant |
C. Information used to prove a point |
| 4. Analyze |
D. To carefully examine |
| 5. Claim |
E. A statement that can be argued |
Match the correct letters with their numbers:
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โ๏ธ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the paragraph below using the following words: evidence, argument, explain, author, supports
The main idea of a text is what the __________ wants to __________. To make a strong __________, the writer includes __________ that __________ their point. Finding this __________ is key to understanding the text.
๐ค Part C: Critical Thinking
Read the following sentence: "Cats make better pets than dogs because they are cleaner and more independent." What evidence could someone use to support this claim? Give at least two examples.