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QuizMultiple Choice

Writing with Credible Sources

Question 9 • SS-English Language Arts 7

A student is writing a research paper about drunk driving in the United States. Which piece of information is objective?

Answer
A
The punishment for drunk driving is not strict enough, and lawmakers need to pass tougher laws.
B
More than one million people were arrested for driving drunk in the United States last year.
C
People who drive drunk are selfish, and they do not care about the people they hurt.
D
There should be more educational programs to teach people about the dangers of drunk driving.

Explanation

Objective information is factual and can be checked against reliable sources. The statement that more than one million people were arrested for drunk driving is a measurable claim that can be verified with arrest records or statistics. The other choices express opinions or recommendations rather than verifiable facts.

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