3. Understand and Analyze

Evaluating The Evidence An Author Uses To Support Their Argument — Quiz

Test your understanding of evaluating the evidence an author uses to support their argument with 5 practice questions.

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Practice Questions

Question 1

In AP Seminar, what is the main purpose of evaluating the evidence an author uses to support an argument?

Question 2

Which source would usually be the most credible evidence for a claim about changes in public health over time?

Question 3

If an author uses a statistic to support a claim, what should a reader check first?

Question 4

Which statement best describes relevant evidence?

Question 5

An author says, "Students need later school start times because teens are healthier when they sleep more." Which evidence would best support this claim?