Writing an Argument about How to Define Success — Quiz

Question 10 • English Language Arts 12

Each of these excerpts is from a different introduction. Which excerpt establishes a claim?

Answer

You may have heard about recent cuts in arts education funding. Yet the arts are crucial to helping develop problem-solving, innovation, and creativity.

Think about the last time you had to take a standardized test. Many students take several standardized tests throughout their school careers.

Do you think your education is as good as the education of students in other countries? Recent statistics show that several countries are falling behind.

Do you know anyone who has cheated on an exam? A recent poll showed that most students know someone who has cheated or have cheated themselves.

Explanation

A claim is an arguable statement that an introduction can support with reasons and evidence. Choice D claims that the arts are crucial for developing problem-solving, innovation, and creativity. The other excerpts mainly introduce a topic or provide background information rather than making a clear argument.

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