Understanding the Author's Claim
A worksheet for 3rd graders to learn about identifying and understanding the author's claim in a text.
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Understanding the Author's Claim
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Read each passage carefully. Then, answer the questions about the author's claim.
Passage 1: Why Dogs Make Great Pets
Dogs are wonderful companions. They are loyal and will always be happy to see you. Dogs can also help you stay healthy because they love to go on walks and play outside. Having a dog means you will never be lonely because they are always there to cuddle and play. This is why dogs make the best pets!
1. What is the author's main claim in Passage 1?
Dogs are good at playing fetch.
Dogs make the best pets.
Dogs like to go on walks.
Dogs are loyal animals.
2. The author supports their claim that dogs are great pets by saying they are and help you stay .
Passage 2: The Best Season is Summer
Summer is the best season of the year. The weather is warm, perfect for swimming and playing outside. School is out, so you have lots of time to relax and have fun. You can eat delicious ice cream and go on exciting vacations. There is no doubt that summer is the most wonderful season!
3. The author's claim in Passage 2 is that winter is the best season.
True
False
4. What is one reason the author gives to support their claim about summer?
Passage 3: Why Recycling is Important
Recycling is very important for our planet. When we recycle, we turn old items into new ones, which means we don't have to use as many new resources. It also helps reduce pollution and keeps our Earth clean. Everyone should recycle to help protect our environment.
5. Match the author's claim with the correct supporting reason.
Author's Claim:
Supporting Reason:
Recycling is important.
a. Reduces pollution
6. Imagine you want to convince your friend that eating vegetables is good for them. What would be your claim, and what is one reason you would give to support it?
My claim would be:
One reason to support my claim is: