Argument Strength Ranking and Source Check Worksheet
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Argument Strength Ranking and Source Check Worksheet
Grade 7 English Language Arts LearnCrux.com
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Directions
- Fill in each blank carefully.
- Circle or mark the best answer for each multiple-choice question.
- Match each prompt to the best option before writing your answer.
- Use the larger space to show your thinking on word problems.
1. Match the part of argument to its job: evidence
Match with:
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2. Which source is most credible for a claim about air quality?
3. If support clearly fits the point being made, it is __.
4. Match the evaluation to the best meaning: insufficient evidence
Match with:
Answer:
5. Why can a claim still be weak even if one fact in the article is true?
6. Which comment best evaluates reasoning?
7. A trustworthy and appropriate source is called __.
8. Why should students rank two arguments instead of just choosing the one they agree with?
📋 Teacher Answer Key
1. gives proof for a reason or claim
2. a city environmental report with measurement data
3. relevant
4. not enough proof to make the claim convincing
5. A true fact may not fully support the claim if it is too limited, off topic, or poorly connected by reasoning
6. The author gives data, but the explanation does not show how that data proves the conclusion.
7. credible
8. Ranking pushes them to compare claims, evidence, and reasoning quality rather than reacting only with opinion