Speaking and Listening: Planning a Multimedia Presentation

Question 1 • DBN LA 8-CR

Which is the strongest claim for a presentation about the global problem of a lack of clean drinking water?

Answer

It is interesting to note that 82% of people who lack access to improved water live in rural areas, while just 18% live in urban areas.

Everyone deserves access to clean drinking water, but it is unlikely that this goal can ever be reached.

The United States is one of the many countries that are very lucky to have access to well water, bottled water, and tap water.

The lack of access to clean drinking water poses a serious health risk around the world, and funds must be raised to help achieve universal access.

Explanation

A strong claim states a clear position and gives the presentation a purpose. Choice D identifies the global problem as a serious health risk and argues for a specific response: raising funds to achieve universal access. Choice A only presents a statistic, while B and C do not make as strong or useful a case for addressing the problem.

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